Jointers Mate Trainee

Rullion; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading street lighting contractor in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated junior candidate for the Joiners Mate role. This opportunity offers full training to start a career in street lighting and electrical networks, with prospects for salary increase upon successful completion. Candidates will assist in cable jointing, excavation, and installation of street lighting. Opportunities for ongoing development and growth within the business are available as well.

Benefits

Full Jointers Mate training

Salary increase upon training completion

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Motivated to start a career in street lighting and electrical networks.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety procedures.
• Ability to work as part of a team or independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist jointers with preparation and jointing of cables.
• Learn to excavate and reinstate joint holes safely.
• Support installation and maintenance of street lighting equipment.
• Drive and operate company vehicles.
• Carry out risk assessments and follow safety procedures.
• Contribute to ICP connection projects.

Job description

Joiners Mate - Training Opportunity (Junior Role)

Our client operates one of the largest Street Lighting Contracting businesses in the UK, with a strong presence in the East and West Midlands and the North West of England. They work with local authorities across these regions and, as a leading Independent Connections Provider (ICP), deliver connection and jointing services for some of the UK's top housing developers. They also work on both Distribution Network Operator (DNO) and Independent Distribution Network Operator (IDNO) networks across the country.

We're looking for a motivated junior candidate to join our client's team as a Joiners Mate Trainee. This is your chance to start a career in street lighting and electrical networks, with full Jointers Mate training provided and a salary increase upon completion.

What the Role Involves

• Assist jointers with the preparation and jointing of cables.
• Learn how to safely excavate and reinstate joint holes on footpaths, newbuild sites, and existing roads.
• Support the installation and maintenance of street lighting and highway electrical equipment.
• Drive and operate company vehicles appropriate to the role (training provided).
• Carry out risk assessments and follow safety procedures at all times.
• Work as part of a team or independently as your skills develop.
• Contribute to ICP connection projects and highway lighting projects across regional areas.

Training & Progression:

• Full Jointers Mate training provided to help you gain the essential skills for the role.
• Salary increase upon successful completion of training.
• Opportunities for ongoing career development and growth within the business.

Company Information

This contract vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd.

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base. We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.