ELECTRICAL FITTER & TRAINEE ELECTRICAL FITTER

Job description

ELECTRICAL FITTER and TRAINEE ELECTRICAL FITTER

POWER DISTRIBUTION

THAMES VALLEY REGION – SLOUGH DEPOT

SALARY £23,769- £35,203 (salary based on experience and level of qualification)

SSE is British FTSE 50 Company and is one of the largest and most diverse energy companies in the UK. Our core purpose is to provide the energy people need in a reliable and sustainable way. Southern Electric Power Distribution (SEPD) is the largest of our two distribution networks and delivers electricity supplies to over 2.9 million customers across central southern England. If something unexpected causes a power cut in our regions, it is our job to fix it as quickly and as safely as possible.

A Fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Fitter to join the Maintenance and Inspection Team in the Thames Valley Region. The Maintenance and Inspections Team is responsible for the electrical and mechanical maintenance and repair work on SSE's substation plant and equipment throughout the area. As an Electrical Fitter you will be responsible for performing routine maintenance, undertaking fault finding and repairs, as well as planning and organising maintenance work.

To be successful in the role, ideally you will have knowledge and experience of electrical and mechanical fitting work. You should be committed to working safely at all times and will demonstrate a positive and flexible attitude in the workplace, together with strong communication skills and the ability to identify and implement innovative and effective business improvements. Due to the nature of the role a current full UK driving licence is essential as you may also be required to participate in a standby rota and out of hour's emergency work.

For Trainee Electrical Fitters can expect a salary up to £19,235 depending on experience. If you are a experienced electrical fitter but have not yet attained SAP status, you will be considered for this role at grade 4 (£23,769 to £31,395). If you have attained SAP status you will be considered for this role at grade 5 (£26,653 to £35,203).

This is a fantastic opportunity in a position which has excellent routes for career progression within the SSE Group. You will benefit from reduced rates for phone, broadband and energy supply - staff tariffs have unit rates which are 12% lower than the advertised rates. You will also enjoy a pension, life insurance, share plans, a generous leave entitlement (with options to purchase additional leave), plus a host of other rewards and lifestyle benefits.

Closing date for applications is 26th April 2016

'In our annual engagement survey our staff voted us as a great place to work'

This vacancy is open to internal and external candidates. As a courtesy, internal candidates should please notify their line manager prior to submitting their application. Successful candidates will be subject to the company's verification and vetting process which includes a basic criminal record check.

Advertised: 12 Apr 2016 GMT Standard Time
Applications close: 26 Apr 2016 GMT Standard Time