HV Substation Fitter

Overview

At Powersystems, we don’t just build high‑voltage infrastructure — we power the UK’s transition to clean energy. Join our employee‑owned business and be a driving force in delivering utility‑scale renewable energy projects across the UK.

As an HV Substation Fitter, you’ll support the installation, assembly and testing of high‑voltage equipment across renewable energy and infrastructure project sites.

• Assembling and testing high‑voltage equipment, including outdoor substations up to 132 kV
• Carrying out inspections, ductor testing and quality checks to support compliance and project standards
• Providing guidance and support to less experienced team members
• Assisting other members of the HV Installation team where it is safe and appropriate to do so
• Representing Powersystems professionally on site while upholding our core principles:
  Priority No.1 – Health, Safety and Wellbeing, Professionalism, Pride, Partnership and Proactivity

• 5+ years’ experience working as a Mechanical Fitter
• Practical experience with oxygen and propane brazing, as well as exothermic welding
• Experience working on new installation high‑voltage switch gear would be advantageous
• Good knowledge of BS7671 regulations would be beneficial
• Experience supporting, coaching or mentoring less experienced colleagues
  
  A full UK driving licence
• The right to work in the UK

• OTE of up to £60,000, including profit share
• Car allowance or company vehicle
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private health insurance and cashback health‑care plan
• Pension and life assurance
• Ongoing training and funded professional development
• Employee Assistance Programme, including mental health and wellbeing support