HV Fitter

Job Description

HV Fitter Scotland Central Belt Permanent Competitive + Company commercial vehicle + Flexible Benefits Summary

Freedom Networks are currently recruiting Fitters/ wireman to be part of a team undertaking asset replacement works supporting the upgrade and replacement of substation equipment in a manner that delivers safe, high workmanship quality and fit for purpose networks for our DNO customers, and which promotes the company in a positive light at all times.

The role is based across the Scotland Central Belt.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

• Support with the replacement of plant / equipment along with associated multicores and earthing cables to make a fully operational scheme
• Progress to “Authorised Person” status under our clients DNO Safety Rules, allowing the individual to
  • a) have independent access to substations containing live exposed conductors,
  • b) to receive a permit to work and
  • c) supervise a working party and
  • d) work Live within C&P Panels.
• Recognise best practices and promote innovation ideas.
• Keep safe and maintain all company property issued, ensure it is routinely PAT or calibration tested and bring to the company’s attention any items that are not of a serviceable nature in a timely manner.
• Installation of containment, cabling, plant and small wiring within a substation environment

What we’re looking for

• DNO HV fitting experience – Desirable.
• Minimum of 2 years practical or craft skills experience using hand tools.
• Basic operational knowledge of electrical or mechanical systems.
• Site safety passport and/or experience of working on CDM sites.
• Manual Handling.
• DNO Authorisations to receive and cancel PTW – Desirable.
• Full Driving Licence.

Benefits

We’re always evolving our benefits to ensure we’re attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes:

• Company commercial vehicle
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
• 25 days holiday
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice)
• Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes.
• Personal development programme