UG LV Jointers Mate

Equans UK & Ireland; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday leave

Aviva Private GP consultations

Westfield Health cash plan

Gym membership discount

Pension

Company share scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Equans UK & Ireland is seeking an LV Jointers Mate to support our long-term street lighting maintenance contract covering Kent. Based from our Sittingbourne office, you will assist the jointer with cable jointing tasks and ensure safe, compliant site practices.

The role requires basic health and safety knowledge, manual handling, and good communication and organisational skills. You will work in a live HV environment, follow NRSWA procedures, and contribute to risk assessments and HSQE

Qualifications

• Basic health and safety knowledge.
• Manual handling.
• Experience working on electrical infrastructure projects, with a focus on high voltage systems (not required to be electrically biased).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Site Specific Risk Assessment prior to any site activities electronically on Tablet provided.
• Set up site in accordance with chapter 8 of NRSWA street works code of practice.
• Fulfil Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental (HSQE) responsibilities by adherence to the Company's HSQE Policies and HSQE Management Plans.
• Comply with the Company's Policies, Management Plans, Procedures and to work alongside the companies distribution safety rules.
• Ensure that all materials are transported to and from site in a safe and secure manner without damage and disposed of correctly where applicable.
• Install ducting systems to DNO specifications.
• Install cable to DNO specifications.
• Prepare and commence with their work activities and assist with the duties of a jointers mate whilst the jointer is carrying out cable jointing tasks as per the adopting utilities requirements.
• Ensure that whilst carrying out works in a live environment that they are working in a manner that complies with companies Operational Procedures and distribution safety rules.
• Liaise with the DNO control centre during operations as and when required and report any near misses and hazards using the Equans AIMS hotline along with adopting utilities reporting procedures.
• Ensure that a safe working environment is maintained at all times.
• Ensure that the full co-operation and best customer relations are maintained at all times specifically on site.
• Make full use of all personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to flame retardant coveralls, hard hat with chin strap, task gloves, goggles, ear defenders and boots at all appropriate times.
• Ensure that the authorised Persons task instructions that are issued electronically are complied with at all times.
• Assist with the completion of the task sheet on the tablet for each and every job, alongside assisting with as build drawings and energisation/disconnection sheets where applicable.
• Ensure the security of company information and property.
• Minimise third party claims i.e. Public Liability and customer complaints.

Skills

Basic health and safety knowledge

Manual handling

Electrical HV experience

Communication & organisation

Job description

Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide.

We have a great opportunity for an LV Jointers Mate to join our cable connection team to support our long term street lighting maintenance contract covering Kent. This position is based from our Sittingbourne office.

Key activities

• To carry out Site Specific Risk Assessment prior to any site activities electronically on Tablet provided
• To set up site in accordance with chapter 8 of NRSWA street works code of practice
• To fulfil Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental (HSQE) responsibilities by adherence to the requirements of the Company's HSQE Policies and HSQE Management Plans
• To comply with the Company's Policies, Management Plans, Procedures and to work alongside the companies distribution safety rules
• To ensure that all materials are transported to and from site in a safe and secure manner without damage and disposed of correctly where applicable
• To install ducting systems to DNO specifications
• To install cable to DNO specifications
• To prepare and commence with their work activities and assist with the duties of a jointers mate whilst the jointer is carrying out cable jointing tasks as per the adopting utilities requirements
• To ensure that whilst carrying out works in a live environment that they are working in a manner that complies with companies Operational Procedures and distribution safety rules. Also ensure the adopting utilities jointers mates responsibilities methods of working are being adhered to at all times
• To liaise with the DNO control centre during operations as and when required and report any near misses and hazards using the Equans AIMS hotline along with adopting utilities reporting procedures
• To ensure that a safe working environment is maintained at all times
• To ensure that the full co-operation and best customer relations are maintained at all times specifically on site
• To make full use of all personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to flame retardant coveralls, hard hat with chin strap, task gloves, goggles, ear defenders and boots at all appropriate times.
• To ensure that the authorised Persons task instructions that are issued electronically are complied with at all times.
• To assist with the completion of the task sheet on the tablet for each and every job, alongside assisting with as build drawings and energisation/disconnection sheets where applicable
• To ensure the security of company information and property
• To minimise third party claims i.e. Public Liability and customer complaints

Skills, qualifications & experience

• Basic health and safety knowledge
• Manually handling
• Experience working on electrical infrastructure projects, with a focus on high voltage systems (not required to be electrically biased).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

We offer an excellent benefits package including

• Generous holiday leave
• Aviva Private GP consultations
• Westfield Health cash plan
• Gym membership discount
• Pension
• Company share scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

Who are we?

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world.

Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.

What's next?

At Equans, we’re committed to building a diverse, respectful and inclusive workplace that truly reflects the communities and markets we serve.

Joining Equans means being part of a culture where every voice is valued, supported by vibrant employee led networks championing inclusion and diversity across gender, ethnicity, disability, LGBTQ+, veterans, parents, and young professionals.

Guided by our core values, we foster a culture of respect, integrity, collaboration, and excellence - empowering our people to deliver outstanding results and be their authentic selves every day. Our approach means we welcome candidates with transferable skills who may not meet every specific requirement, and where possible we support flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments to enable success.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK.Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check or security vetting, as noted in the role requirements. A criminal record will not necessarily be a barrier to obtaining a position with us.

As part of our recruitment process, EQUANS uses StaffVetting, our trusted third-party provider, to support the completion of employee background checks. StaffVetting delivers professional screening services in a friendly, efficient, and customer-focused way, helping us ensure the right checks are completed from the start of the application journey.