Craftsperson Fitter - Huthwaite, United Kingdom - Western Power Distribution

Western Power Distribution

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Huthwaite, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Job Introduction
An opportunity is available for a Craftsperson Fitter based at our Plant Centre in Huthwaite.

In this role you will assemble package sub-stations, metering units and automation equipment. Acceptance testing and protection testing will also be part of your duties.

If you are offered a position, you will be required to successfully complete a basic DBS check that shows any unspent convictions or conditional cautions.

You will ideally have Fitting experience, however consideration will be given to an appointment, on a designate basis, to applicants who do not possess all the skills required to undertake the role at present, but have the confidence and ability to reach the necessary standards with appropriate training.

You must be able to work on your own initiative or as part of a small team, making on the spot decisions as required and working to tight deadlines.

A flexible attitude is essential as you may be asked to undertake other duties to assist the team in meeting its objectives.

Interviews will be held Tuesday 19th December at our Huthwaite depot.
About The Company
Joining the UK's leading electricity distribution business means plenty of career opportunities and well-deserved recognition. We reward hard work and encourage ambition.

So, as well as a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:

26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous service
Competitive contributory pension scheme (we double match your contributions up to a maximum of 12%)
Annual Share Save plan
Contributory private healthcare scheme for you and your family
Support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services
Free onsite parking at all our main sites

Things you need to know
About Us

We're National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales.

Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses, working outdoors with underground cables, overhead lines and substations that operate between 230 and 132,000 volts.

National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide.

Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast-moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources which are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.

If this appeals to you too, you could soon work in a supportive, rewarding and friendly environment that empowers everyone to succeed.

We are an equal opportunities employer. Our desire is to bring in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build further on our inclusive culture.

We value and celebrate individual difference and we believe that an inclusive culture will help the business grow as a positive, strong and innovative company.