1. Installation and Maintenance: You’ll be tasked with installing, maintaining, and repairing underground cables, ensuring reliable service delivery for customers.
2. Safety Protocols: It's critical to carry out risk assessments on-site, identifying any hazards and following safety standards rigorously to ensure both personal and team safety.
3. Meeting Specifications: Ensuring all work meets the required standards, especially the ones set by Scottish Poweror other regulatory bodies, is key. This could involve regular inspections to ensure that everything is up to code.
4. Team Collaboration: You'll likely be working closely with a team, so communication and collaboration skills are essential to ensuring smooth operations.
5. Tool Usage: Knowing how to handle both hand and power tools safely is crucial for the job. You might be responsible for the maintenance of those tools too, keeping them in good working order.
6. Documentation: Finally, keeping thorough and accurate reports of the work done, any issues encountered, and any ongoing maintenance needs will be important for operational efficiency.
Why Join US?
1. Meaningful Work: You’ll be contributing to DNO infrastructure projects, which are vital for ensuring that power reaches homes and businesses safely. It’s the kind of work that makes a difference in communities.
2. Career Development: Gaining High Voltage (HV) authorisation will give you access to more complex and technically challenging projects. Plus, it’s a step toward broader career opportunities in the energy sector.
3. Supportive Team Environment: Working alongside skilled colleagues in a collaborative team environment can make all the difference in a role like this. It’s about shared knowledge, problem-solving together, and always having support when you need it.
4. Hands-on Training: With backing from a national leader in utilities, the training and development offered will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed and advance in the industry. This is a great platform for someone looking to grow.
Qualifications:
* Current DNO Authorisation (Scottish Power network): ESSENTIAL !
* First Aid and Manual Handling Training:
* CSCS SHER Power Card:
* Full UK Driving Licence: A key requirement as you might need to travel to different locations for the job.