JOB TITLE: HV / LV Cable Jointer
Location: Scotland (National Travel)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Sector: Power & Energy - Distribution Networks
About the Company
Our client is a major utilities services provider operating across Scotland including Central, The Borders and The Highlands. They play a critical role in keeping homes and businesses connected while supporting the transition to a more sustainable energy system.
With continued investment across the network and strong long-term workload, this is a business offering stability, progression and the chance to build a long-term career within a future-proof industry.
About the Role
As an HV / LV Cable Jointer, you'll be working directly on the electricity network, carrying out jointing, cabling and excavation works across HV and LV systems. This is a hands-on role combining planned works with reactive response, supporting customers when they need it most.
You'll work outdoors year-round, be part of an on-call standby rota, and act as a key representative of the business on site. For the right person, this role offers strong earning potential, clear progression and further authorisations as you develop.
The key requirements for this HV / LV Cable Jointer role are:
- Carry out HV and LV jointing, cabling and excavation works on the distribution network
- Respond to both planned works and emergency call-outs
- Maintain the safety of yourself, colleagues and the public at all times
- Work under standby arrangements and attend sites at short notice during fault or storm events
- Deliver high standards of customer service while representing the business on site
- Support a strong safety-first culture across all activities
Experience required for this HV / LV Cable Jointer role are:
- Previous experience working as a Cable Jointer
- DNO experience in the UK or overseas
- Recognised jointing qualifications in LV, HV, 11kV or 33kV
- Proven experience working on electrical plant and equipment up to 11kV
- Strong HV and LV electrical knowledge
- Experience excavating joint holes using hand tools
- Experience using a mini excavator, or willingness to be trained
- Flexible approach to standby and emergency response duties
- Full UK driving licence
Package and Benefits of the HV / LV Cable Jointer role:
- Base salary £35,000 - £45,000
- Overtime and standby payments
- Company vehicle
- All tools and PPE provided
- Skills-based pay matrix with salary increases as you develop
- Long-term job security within a sustainable industry
- Ongoing training, authorisations and career progression
- Access to a wider benefits package supporting wellbeing, family and finances
How to apply for this HV / LV Cable Jointer role:
- Apply via this job board for immediate consideration