Fitter

Aureos Group; Hendy; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Salary

25 days Holiday

Pension

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking

Health & wellbeing programme

Employee benefits portal

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Referral Scheme

Job summary

Aureos Group is seeking a skilled HV Fitter to join our team in the South Wales and Bristol region. You will install, maintain and repair high voltage equipment and switchgear up to 132kV across DNOs, IDNOs and private clients, ensuring network stability and safe project delivery.

Role involves interpreting technical drawings, carrying out planned and emergency maintenance, and collaborating with engineers and clients.

Qualifications

• HV and LV systems knowledge.
• DNO experience in UK/overseas is preferred.
• NVQ Level 3 in electrical installation work required.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain HV equipment and switchgear up to 132kV.
• Work on transformers, protection panels, battery chargers, SCADA/telecontrol panels.
• Perform planned and emergency maintenance on customer and DNO networks.
• Interpret drawings, set out installation work, ensure safety and design compliance.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers and clients for safe delivery.
• Participate in standby/out-of-hours duties.

Skills

HV systems knowledge

DNO experience

Electrical testing

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in electrical installation

Tools

Testing equipment

Diagnostic tools

Job description

As a Fitter at Aureos, you'll be at the core of our high voltage operations, helping to maintain, install, and repair critical infrastructure for DNOs, IDNOs, and private clients across the South Wales and Bristol region. You'll be joining a team that works across Aureos's HV projects, ensuring network stability and supporting clients with new installations, upgrades, and responsive maintenance.

• Installing and maintaining HV equipment and switchgear, including AIS and GIS systems up to 132kV
• Working on power transformers, protection panels, battery chargers, SCADA/telecontrol panels, and more
• Carrying out planned and emergency maintenance across customer and DNO networks
• Interpreting technical drawings, setting out installation work, and ensuring all activities comply with design specs and safety standards
• Collaborating with engineers, project managers and clients to ensure efficient, safe delivery of work
• Participating in out-of-hours and standby duties to respond to urgent operational issues
• Supporting a range of industrial environments, including manufacturing and commercial private networks
  DNO industry experience in the UK or overseas, with a recognised qualification in Electrical Power Engineering
• A proven track record in the construction, repair, and operation of HV equipment up to 132kV
• An NVQ Level 3 in electrical installation work
• A sound knowledge of HV and LV systems and experience working as an Electrician (advantageous)
• Familiarity with a range of switchgear, protection types, and installation/maintenance procedures
• Competency using testing equipment and diagnostic tools
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team and independently
• A flexible approach to completing standby and out-of-hours work
• A full UK driving licence - travel is essential in this role

In return you will receive

• Generous Salary
• 25 days Holiday with the option to buy more
• Pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Employee benefits portal.
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral Scheme