Job Description

Job No. BBUK14445


Substation Electrician (Wireman) - Scotland
Power T&D
Operational Specialists
Scotland


Permanent


About the role


Are you looking to be part of a team that builds and maintains the backbone of the UK's power infrastructure? Balfour Beatty's Power T&D team is currently looking for a Substation Wireman to support various projects across Scotland.

Key Responsibilities

The installation of HV plant and apparatus at all voltage levels from 33Kv to 400Kv,

Including busbars and connectors, switchgear, transformers ground earthing, hot


tinning, mechanical bending/forming, erection of aluminium and steel structures as well as the installation of cables.

Gland and terminating multicore and power cables to meet client standards.
Understand and be conversant in red and green drawings and apply modifications as required. Install labels and interlocks including electrical interlocks. Wire control panels.
Resolve problems on site in conjunction with the site supervisor/managers ensuring all site procedures are being followed.
Maintain strict adherence to safety and relevant industry standards


What you'll be doing




To liaise with the Project Management Team on progress of the job to guarantee

activities are coordinated effectively across the project.

Work with the relevant supporting functions to ensure equipment and materials

are delivered to site in a timely manner

Ensure that accidents and near-miss incidents are promptly reported giving

accurate details established at the time of the incident, assist in investigations


when required

To ensure that documenting of data and reporting requirements are satisfied

within the time frames required by all team members

Work closely with the commissioning team and engineering department for

successful interfacing



Who we're looking for




The following qualities/experience are Essential:
SJIB Qualified 1.1 Competent in the installation of HV Substation apparatus.
Competent in site installation procedures
CPCS training or similar
Ability to work at Heights
Able to pro-actively develop and maintain a strong safety culture.
Able to identify competencies and skills required to undertake tasks and ensure

that personnel are trained and competent to carry this out

Good communication skills to effectively brief team and engage with wider

functions at a range of levels of seniority.

Hold Current UK Driving Licence
The following qualities/experience are desirable:
SSE/SPEN/NG authorisations as required
* 1.2 MEWP licence and/or Telehandler/ROTO preferred