High Voltage Fitter

Enerveo Ireland Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an HV Fitter, where you'll play a crucial role in maintaining and installing high voltage infrastructure across the South Wales and Bristol region. This temporary position offers a dynamic work environment, allowing you to showcase your expertise in electrical power engineering while collaborating with a dedicated team. You'll be involved in a variety of tasks, from working on power transformers to interpreting technical drawings, ensuring compliance with safety standards. If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to further your career in a supportive atmosphere, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• DNO industry experience in the UK or overseas.
• Recognised qualification in Electrical Power Engineering.
• Proven track record in HV equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain HV equipment and switchgear up to 132kV.
• Carry out planned and emergency maintenance across networks.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers for efficient delivery.

Skills

DNO industry experience

Electrical Power Engineering qualification

HV equipment operation

Communication skills

Testing equipment competency

Flexible approach to work

Education

NVQ Level 3 in electrical installation

Electrical Power Engineering qualification

Tools

Testing equipment

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Embark on a Journey with Enerveo: Crafting Excellence for Over 25 Years!
Enerveo is one of the largest contracting businesses in the UK, offering a broad scope of services including mechanical, electrical, high voltage, electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure installation, test and inspection services, as well as street lighting.

Job Title: HV Fitter
Base Location: South Wales or Bristol
Salary: Up to £40,615 depending on skills and experience
Working Pattern: Full Time, Temporary Role

Enerveo excels in delivering advanced electrical and mechanical engineering projects, showcasing expertise in overcoming complex challenges. Our unique structure allows us to manage both large and small-scale projects, whether standalone or part of a broader M&E framework. With a professional and innovative approach, we lead the electrical contracting market, providing comprehensive compliance services to ensure the safety and efficiency of our clients' electrical systems.

Could you be our next HV Fitter to join the team and drive this success forwards?

What will I be doing in this role?

As an HV Fitter at Enerveo, 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.

In a typical day, you could expect to be:

• 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

You’ll be joining a team that works across Enerveo’s HV projects, ensuring network stability and supporting clients with new installations, upgrades, and responsive maintenance.

What do I need to be successful?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

• 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

Please note:This is a temporary position. If successful, you will initially be onboarded and employed through our preferred recruitment agency partner. Contracts are initially offered for a period of three months, with the potential to be extended or made permanent, subject to business needs and the candidate’s suitability.

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