Craftsperson Jointing

Craftsperson (Jointing)

Location: Prenton
Salary fromper year plus strong benefits package and career progression opportunities
Full Time / Permanent

Help us create a better future quicker!

At SP Energy Networks our focus is on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. Our team is building a dynamic network to meet the changing demands for electricity and increasingly renewable electricity safely securely and sustainably in the communities we serve.

At SP Energy Networks we know people are central to building a better future quicker and we are seeking new talent to join our team.

Role

We are currently looking to recruit a Jointer to construct maintain and repair the electrical distribution network. This is an important role within the district where youll provide key skills and knowledge to ready the network for an electric future and to help meet the challenge of Net Zero across more than 100000km of network and 30000 substations benefiting more than 3.5m homes and businesses across Scotland England and Wales.

All training Tools and PPE will be provided when working towards Company Authorisation and once Authorised the role will include a paid Standby rota typically on a 1:6 rotation but this may vary.

What youll be doing

Day to day youll ensure that all site works are carried out safely in accordance with company policy and safety rules and in an efficient manner. This may include acting as the nominated person in charge of safety for the duration of works attended.

Youll undertake; cablehead changes cablehead and substation fuse replacement fault location generator deployment / connection jointing work and issuing / receipting appropriate safety documents all as appropriately authorised. As well as occasionally assisting other trade groups in the company.

You will be able to plan and carry out work in a safe manner always adhering to health and safety procedures with and ability to work proactively on own or as part of a team with a confident and enthusiastic attitude.

We will expect a proven attention to detail and able to demonstrate good oral and written communication skills whilst delivering outstanding customer service and essential services 24/7/365 that make a difference to local people and communities.

This will include being part of a 1:6 standby which may vary

What youll bring

We will look to you to have demonstratable experience and understanding of jointing testing and fault finding. Experience working within a utilities business is preferable but not essential.

You should also have sound knowledge of health safety and environmental legislation and excellent communication skills to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers as an onsite representative of the company.

Minimum Requirements

• City and guilds or NVQ equivalent and / or equivalent experience (minimum)
• Employed currently or historically as an electrical cable jointer at one or more of LV HV EHV (minimum)
• Driving licence (minimum)

Whats in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme well double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10.

At ScottishPower we believe its the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your familys wellbeing save for your future and take personal steps for climate action our benefits are designed to help you do just that so that you have everything you need to take care of your world today and tomorrow. Thats why our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave
• Holiday Purchase perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
• Share Schemes
• Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding
• Technology Vouchers save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
• Electric Vehicle Schemes to help you transition to green/clean driving
• Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
• Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance Private Medical Insurance Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments
• Life Assurance 4x salary)
• Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support
• Plus shopping leisure restaurant and gym discounts and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why SP Energy Networks

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group one of the worlds largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that makeup the transmission network connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. Its a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotlands ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And were taking it very seriously. Were investing >5.5 billion into our transmission network directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals in a global organisation.

Inclusion diversity and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values they bring us together into a stronger more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a largescale business like ours so whatever your background youll fit right in.

We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities long term conditions mental health conditions or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancyrelated support. If you need support please reach out to .

Mobility

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.

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