Senior Earthing & Lightning Protection Lead (Field‑Based)

Mitie Group plc.; Mount Pleasant; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Group plc is seeking a Lead Earthing Engineer to help grow our earthing and lightning protection offering across the UK. This is a field-based, nationwide role requiring travel and time away from home as projects demand.

You will install and test earthing systems (LV/HV/GIS) at utilities, wind farms and data centres, supervise on-site teams, and liaise with clients, architects and project managers to ensure safe, compliant delivery.

Qualifications

• Self-starting and diligent problem solver with teamwork capability.
• Excellent customer facing skills and professional presentation.
• Must hold a clean drivers licence.
• Proven background in earthing or lightning protection installation, service or maintenance.
• GCSE or O' Level in English, Maths and Science.

Responsibilities

• Install and test earthing systems for LV/HV/GIS facilities across utilities and energy sites.
• Install lightning protection systems on various buildings and structures.
• Liaise with clients on site and coordinate with architects/project managers on design issues.
• Ensure works are carried out safely, diligently, professionally and on time.
• Use earthing test meters and record site data; complete engineering reports.

Skills

Self-motivated

Customer facing

Driver's licence

Earthing/Lightning protection

GCSE English/Math/Science

Education

GCSE English, Maths and Science

Job description

Mitie Group plc is seeking a Lead Earthing Engineer to help grow our earthing and lightning protection offering across the UK. This is a field-based, nationwide role requiring travel and time away from home as projects demand.

You will install and test earthing systems (LV/HV/GIS) at utilities, wind farms and data centres, supervise on-site teams, and liaise with clients, architects and project managers to ensure safe, compliant delivery.