Fg - Trainee Hv Fitter - Operations T&e

Freedom is 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 Scotland for SPEN.

**Responsibilities**:

- You will: 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) to supervise a working party.
- 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.

**Requirements**:

- You will have: 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

About Us
Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

You will be working as part of a team where we are committed to creating a culture where we treat each other fairly and with respect, recognising everyone as an individual.

Progression is something we value and we’ll make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be