Job Description

At Electricity Northwest (Construction & Maintenance) Limited we are committed to creating a sense of belonging for our colleagues and therefore we ask our applicants to talk to us about any reasonable adjustments that may be required throughout our recruitment processes. We are committed to providing value added power engineering services to private network owners, Embedded Generation investors & Carbon reducing organisations. Through innovative Design, Installation, commissioning and maintenance we have a significant pipeline of projects including major private infrastructure network developments, microgrid solutions, Gas / Hydrogen based generation and Grid support through Battery storage schemes. We are a commercial organisation who generate leads and prospects from multiple clients including DNO's for work either owned and operated by a DNO or Private Commercial, NHS, Airports and large manufacturing customers operating in a commercial environment
About the Role
As a Multi-Skilled Craftsperson, you will use your hands on electrical and mechanical skills to help build, install and look after high voltage and low voltage electrical cables, switchgear and substations. Working as part of a team, you will be required to use safe working processes and follow technical drawings to work across both public and private industrial electrical networks. We aim to complete our work to achieve our customers budget and on time as this drives our customers' satisfaction.
Principal Responsibilities
Comply with company Health & Safety processes including completion of daily vehicle checks, quarterly equipment calibration, site inductions, annual authorisations, task led point of work risk assessments, safety observations and incident reporting.
Maintain a safe, orderly and clean working area including vehicles, plant, site and workshops.
Promote the company's reputation through a positive attitude and behaviours, good time keeping and a professional appearance.
Inspection of substations and associated equipment, including the completion of accurate test reports within 7 working days.
LV and HV cable installation, jointing and terminations in accordance with the company/manufacturer's quality specifications and company processes and within the time allotted for the activity.
Installing and maintaining electrical switchgear and transformers in accordance with the company/manufacturer's quality specifications and within the time allotted for the activity.
Fault finding and minor remedial repair works, including photographic evidence and reports (as required) on equipment condition.
Liaising with customers in organising and arranging work to minimise the impact to their business for both personal access and other ENWCML employees and subcontractors.
Who we are looking for

• Trained and experienced using hand and power tools to unload, measure, cut to size, put together and bolt/fix down electrical equipment; (essential).
• Have experience working with Low Voltage and High Voltage electrical system components, plant and equipment, with proven High Voltage jointing and fitting skills; (desirable).
• Hold a City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent qualification, a recognised Craft Apprenticeship and or Vocational Training equivalent to NVQ level 3; (essential).
• Hold certificates and/or authorisations for you to act as a competent person when working on sites and substations; (desirable).
• Be a good written and verbal communicator to manage both internal and external relationships; (essential).
• Be able to use a mobile smart phone with email software; (desirable).
• Hold a valid, full UK driving licence (essential) with categories B + E; (desirable).
• Hold any of the following training certifications; PASMA, IPAF, CITB, ECS and Confined space; (desirable).
• Experienced at working in or adjacent to roads and highways, holding New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) accreditation; (desirable).

What we're offering
As a vital team member and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach and commitment, we'll provide a favourable salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team. We are committed to ensuring our people are supported and are proud of our reward and benefits offer, which includes:

• An annual bonus scheme
• Company car or car allowance
• 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service
• Private Healthcare
• An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
• A market-leading contributory pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme and opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.

Should you require any additional support with your application, or any adjustments please contact our Recruitment team at careers@enwl.co.uk or on 0845 366 0092 (option 2)
Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a Drug & Alcohol test.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable. '