HV Laboratory Mechanical Fitter

POSITION: HV Laboratory Mechanical Fitter DEPARTMENT: EngineeringLOCATION: Eastleigh, HampshireWith 4 manufacturing plants in the UK, Prysmian Group is well placed to support its home and export customers for Energy and Telcom cables and accessories. Prysmian is market leader and "innovation driver" in all major Energy and Telecom cables business activities. In the UK Prysmian manufactures energy cables from low voltage to extremely high voltage for land applications.The High Voltage Laboratory at the Eastleigh site is a central resource for Prysmian’s worldwide manufacturing of high voltage power transmission cable. The laboratory typically tests extra high voltage cable to 1 million volts and is the only facility of its kind in the UK.The main purpose of the mechanical fitter role is to learn the testing principles associated with HV cables and accessories within the Bishopstoke High Voltage Laboratory, to assist with the setting up tests to international specifications and to record test results accurately.Key Activities And ResponsibilitiesTo perform the setup of mechanical tests. Becoming familiar with international testing standards. Implementation of mechanical tests as defined in relevant test procedures. Assisting with maintenance of mechanical test equipment. Monitoring of tests & accurately recording results. To undertake additional training where necessary. Skills And ExperienceTime served apprenticeship or a Mechanical Engineering based qualification. Basic computer skills Self-motivated, good manual & practical skills, high safety awareness Highly organised and able to work on own with minimal supervision Flexible working hours approach Prysmian Group video Prysmian Group is an equal opportunities employer with a worldwide presence, creating exciting future opportunities for the right candidate.Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are. All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian's commitments.Your application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy. If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please let us know.