Trainee Cable Technician

Prysmian Group; Stourport-on-Severn; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals for the role of Trainee Cable Technicians. This entry-level position offers a structured 12-month training program focused on high voltage cable systems, including installation and maintenance. Candidates will gain hands-on experience in welding and cable jointing, preparing them for a rewarding career in the energy sector. With the support of experienced technicians and a commitment to ongoing development, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to build a future in engineering and contribute to the energy transition. Embrace a career where your skills will make a difference!

Benefits

Accommodation support

Travel expenses support

Qualifications

• Desire for a career in a technical field with defined objectives.
• Previous experience using handheld tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Undertake jointing and associated works on high voltage cable systems.
• Assist with installation of new energy sources and maintenance.

Skills

Welding

HV Elastomeric cable jointing

HV Fluid filled cable jointing

HV Cable system Maintenance

Use of handheld tools

Flexibility to work irregular hours

Comfortable working in all-weather

Education

Interest in Engineering

Job description

From countries, to cities, to homes. On land and under the seas Prysmian is the industry leader bringing power and communications to the world. As the demand for both continues to soar and industries move steadily towards more renewable and sustainable energy sources, Transmission System Operators (TSOs) are increasingly engaged in developing, extending and upgrading their power grids.

We’re the strategic partners for our TSO customers, supporting the development and production of transmission grids, and helping to facilitate the bulk movement of electrical energy from the site of generation to electrical substations. Making innovation a cornerstone of our work, and R&D a constant investment, we offer both HVAC and HVDC cable systems for power transmission for both land and submarine connections.

Within our UK Power Grids business our team of experienced and highly skilled High Voltage Cable Technicians are deployed to undertake Jointing and associated works on the High Voltage cables systems that form a significant component of the UK’s energy grid. This could be maintenance of the current network or assisting with the installation of new energy sources.

We are currently looking to recruit motivated and technically minded individuals to join us as Trainee Cable Technicians. This is an entry-level position, building towards an exciting career as a Cable Technician in the future.

During the 12-month training programme, which is based out of our site in Eastleigh (Hampshire), candidates will be taught skills that will enable them to work on XLPE cable installation projects and also service and repair fluid filled cables. Training will primarily take place in our dedicated Jointing School.

Having successfully completed the first 12-month training programme, Cable Technicians will be eligible for further training as part of their ongoing development towards becoming a highly skilled member of the team and the high voltage industry.

Trainee Technicians will be taught the following skills and techniques:

• Welding
• HV Elastomeric cable jointing and terminating
• HV Fluid filled cable jointing and terminating
• HV Cable system Maintenance

Candidates who wish to apply for these roles would be required to have the following:

• A desire not just to have a job, but a career with defined objectives and the opportunity to increase their expertise within a technical field
• An interest in Engineering
• Previous experience of using handheld tools
• Flexibility to work irregular hours and stay away from home for work
• Be comfortable to work in an all-weather environment at any time of the year
• During the training period to be based at our site in Eastleigh, Hampshire during the week. Support is provided with accommodation and expenses for those who are not local to the area.
• It is essential that candidates for this role have a full and valid driving licence due to the frequency of travel involved

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders.

About Us

Prysmian is a global cabling solutions provider leading the energy transition and digital transformation. By leveraging its wide geographical footprint and extensive product range, its track record of technological leadership and innovation, and a strong customer base, the company is well-placed to capitalize on its leading positions and win in new, growing markets.