Trainee Jointer Mate

Rullion; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical network contractor is hiring a Trainee Jointer Mate to assist with cable jointing and installation of street lighting. The role offers full training, career development opportunities, and salary progression from £30,301 to £32,280 after training. Ideal candidates will have site labouring experience, an NRSWA Card, and strong teamwork skills. Join us to start a fulfilling career in electrical networks within a supportive and diverse workplace.

Benefits

Competitive benefits including annual leave and pension

Life cover and bonus opportunities

Career development and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• NRSWA Card is essential for performing site work.
• Emergency First Aid at Work certification ensures safety.
• Manual Handling certification needed for handling supplies.
• A full clean UK driving license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist jointers with cable preparation and jointing.
• Learn safe excavation and reinstatement practices.
• Support installation and maintenance of electrical equipment.
• Conduct risk assessments and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Site labouring experience

Digging skills

Risk assessment

Teamwork

Education

NRSWA Card

Emergency First Aid at Work certification

Manual Handling certification

CSCS (Affiliated card)

Full clean UK driving licence

Job description

Trainee Jointer Mate-Perm

Location: Leicestershire and Coventry
Salary: £30,301 (rising to £32,280 after training)
Hours: 37 per week | Monday-Friday, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

Kickstart Your Career in Electrical Networks!

Are you looking for a hands‑on role with real career progression? This is your chance to join one of the UK’s leading street lighting and electrical network contractors as a Trainee Jointer Mate. You’ll receive full training, gain industry‑recognised skills, and enjoy a clear path to higher earnings and long‑term opportunities. If you’re reliable, motivated, and ready to learn, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

Our client works with local authorities and housing developers across the Midlands, delivering essential connection and jointing services on DNO and IDNO networks. As a Trainee Jointer Mate, you’ll play a vital role in supporting projects that keep communities connected and safe.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

What We Offer

• Full training and salary progression
• Competitive benefits: annual leave, pension, life cover, bonus opportunities
• Inclusive and supportive workplace with guaranteed interviews for disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria
• Career development and growth opportunities

What You Need

• NRSWA Card - Essential
• Emergency First Aid at Work certification
• CSCS (Affiliated card)
• Manual Handling certification
• Full clean UK driving licence and own transport
• Previous site labouring experience and digging skills
• Comfortable working outdoors year‑round

Ready to start your journey? Apply today and build a career that powers communities!

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.