Lead Cable Hand

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A Fantastic Lead Cable Hand Opportunity To 'Power The Transition To A Carbon Free Future'

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​Powersystems UK is an employee-owned high voltage electrical engineering company. We specialise in electrical power infrastructure, grid connections and renewable energy generation. Due to our continuing success, we have a pipeline of work into 2027 and beyond.

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Are you looking to advance your career with full training provided? Do you want to join an established team in an exciting and progressive British business?

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We Are Recruiting For A Lead Cable Hand

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• Salary up to £55,000 based on basic hours, overtime, and travel time
• Job type: Full time and Permanent

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  This opportunity has arisen from our ongoing success and growth in the renewable energy sector. We are looking for a Lead Cable Hand.

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  As part of the Operations Team, you will be responsible for ensuring all projects are installed and commissioned in line with Company procedures, within the agreed timeframe and with due regard to Health, Safety and Wellbeing in line with Powersystems' strategy.

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  Joining Powersystems as a Lead Cable Hand means helping to shape the future of clean energy. In return, we'll support your development with qualifications and professional memberships.

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  Duties and responsibilities of the role include, but not limited to:

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  Attend and provide input to regular meetings with Site Manager/Site Supervisor to ensure efficient and effective supervision.

  Prepare for and complete internal and external audits with Site Manager and SHEQ team.

  Ensure all tools, equipment and material are kept in good working order and any defects rectified in a timely manner.

  Liaise with Site Manager and Project Engineer/Manager to co-ordinate all planned works.

  Successfully complete and implement SSSTS course and be the main point of contact for the cabling installation

  Efficiently lead cable installation teams including assisting with the installation of cabling, earthing and testing.

  Assist electricians, jointers and any other trade with general works.

  Carry out toolbox talks and daily briefings to staff

  Monitor, manage and report on performance of staff on site.

  Set out jobs/tasks from drawings and specifications and requisition the necessary installation materials.

  Proactively identify and health and safety issues and remedy in a timely manner.

  Identify scope changes and assist Site Manager/Project Manager with quoting works.

  Proactively suggest improvements and raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCR's) as appropriate.

  Identify any potential issues and delays.

  Contribute to the future success of Powersystems and clients

  Proactively look at ways to enhance the service offered by the business, and improve the efficiency of company processes

  Uphold a professional image, contribute to Powersystems' success, and proactively improve services and efficiency.

  Embrace and demonstrate the Company's 5 core Principles of: PriorityNo.1 – Health, Safety and Well-being, Professionalism, Pride, Partnership and Proactive

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Here's what you need to be successful in the role:

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  3 years' experience in installing cables of various types and methods.Supervisory capacity in charge of complex electrical installations or have exceptional technical skill, ability and experience beyond that of previous position.

  Successfully completed and implement SSSTS training

  Minimum of 2-3 years' relevant experience of electrical engineering within the electrical contracting or utility industries.

  Able to follow business processes whilst managing multiple time pressured tasks.

  Strong organisational, time management, IT (MS Office), and report writing skills, with excellent spoken and written English.

  Ability to clearly communicate technical and commercial information, negotiate effectively, and contribute to a dynamic team.

  Adaptable, resilient, proactive, willing to travel across the UK with occasional overnight stays, and holds a full UK driving licence.

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Desirable criteria:

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  Experience of work within the high voltage sector.

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​Salary and benefits:

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  Salary up to £55,000 based on basic hours, overtime, and travel time

  Contributory company pension scheme

  Private health insurance

  Healthcare cashback plan

  Life assurance

  PPE and company clothing provided

  Employee assistance programme

  Mental health support

  25 days annual holiday plus paid public holidays

  Benefit from company profit share as a partner in our business

  Great training and development opportunities

  Holiday purchase scheme

  Cycle to work scheme

  Experience of using Microsoft Office.

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​ Powersystems, an employee-owned business and values the wellbeing and success of all staff. We encourage creativity, idea-sharing, and contributions to our continued success.

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We promote an inclusive, diverse environment where everyone feels confident being their authentic self, with a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

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Offering a positive, professional workplace with excellent support for career development, we welcome those ready to help shape our future.

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​Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.​

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Next steps:

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We look forward to receiving your application and we will be in touch shortly.​

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*Politely we ask no agencies please​

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