HV Fitter

Vantage Consulting; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a skilled High Voltage Fitter to ensure the safe installation and maintenance of HV substation equipment. Candidates should have relevant electrical qualifications and experience working with HV systems. The role involves a variety of responsibilities including installation, maintenance, and compliance with health and safety standards. Competitive salary of up to £40k is offered.

Qualifications

• Recognised Electrical Trade Qualification / NVQ Level 3 / Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven experience working on HV substations (typically 11kV-400kV).
• Competency in installation, testing, and maintenance of HV equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, and maintain HV substation components.
• Carry out HV cable installation, terminations, jointing, and testing.
• Assist in pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.

Skills

Installation of HV substation components

HV cable installation and testing

Reading electrical drawings

Fault-finding on HV equipment

Health, safety, and environmental compliance

Education

Recognised Electrical Trade Qualification / NVQ Level 3

Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Overview

HV Fitter — Up to 40k

We are seeking a skilled High Voltage (HV) Fitter with proven experience in the installation, maintenance, and commissioning of substation equipment up to an indicated voltage rating. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that all HV systems are installed and commissioned safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications, client standards, and industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, and maintain HV substation components, including transformers, switchgear, busbars, disconnectors, circuit breakers, and control panels.
• Carry out HV cable installation, terminations, jointing, and testing (where qualified).
• Assist in pre-commissioning and commissioning activities alongside commissioning engineers.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and single line diagrams (SLDs).
• Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) requirements, company procedures, and statutory regulations.
• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and fault-finding on HV equipment.
• Support isolation, earthing, and switching operations under permit conditions (if authorised).
• Record test data, installation progress, and provide accurate documentation and reports.
• Liaise with engineers, supervisors, and clients to ensure technical and quality standards are met.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and materials in safe working condition.

Qualifications & Experience

• Recognised Electrical Trade Qualification / NVQ Level 3 / Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven experience working on HV substations (typically 11kV-400kV).
• Competency in installation, testing, and maintenance of HV equipment.
• Understanding of electrical protection systems, switchgear, and control circuits.
• Experience working under Permit-to-Work and Safety Rules (e.g., National Grid, DNO, or Transmission Operator).
• Current CSCS / ECS Card, BESC, and Person / Authorised Person (AP) accreditation (preferred).
• Strong awareness of safe systems of work and electrical safety procedures