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High Voltage Substation Fitter

Powersystems Uk
Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy
£80,000/Year
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Description

Location
UK Site Based with a Glasgow Hub

Hours
Full-Time, Permanent with frequent overnight stays away

Salary
Up to £80,000 OTE with profit share, bonus and benefits

About the Role
Join Powersystems UK and play a key role in powering the UK's transition to renewable energy. As a High Voltage Substation Fitter, you will be responsible for the installation, assembly, and testing of high-voltage structures, switchgear, and associated equipment in outdoor substations up to 132kV. Your duties will include completing inspections, ductor testing, and quality checks, ensuring all installations comply with drawings, specifications, and required standards. You will also guide and mentor less experienced fitters and apprentices, maintaining high standards of safety and workmanship. Working closely with the wider HV Installation team, you will operate within your competence and agreed safe working practices while representing Powersystems professionally and upholding core principles such as Health, Safety and Wellbeing, Professionalism, Pride, Partnership, and Proactivity.

Requirements

Experience
- Strong practical experience as an HV Fitter
- Proven experience in installation, assembly, and testing of HV switchgear and substation equipment
- Skilled in oxygen and propane brazing and exothermic welding
- Knowledge of BS 7671 regulations is advantageous
- Experience guiding or mentoring less experienced fitters and apprentices

About you
- Professional and safety-conscious with a proactive attitude
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Holds a full UK driving licence and has the right to work in the UK

Qualifications
No specific qualifications required beyond relevant experience and competencies, but ongoing training and professional development will be supported and funded by the company.

Expiry date: 30/11/2026
High Voltage Substation Fitter
Company:
Powersystems Uk
Salary:
£80,000/Year
Job Type:
Job
Location:
Glasgow