Fitter/Wire Person

About the role

Working on our Electrical Projects within DNO substations and on Renewable projects, you will need to be highly flexible in day-to-day work requirements and willing to work away from home, requiring overnight stays. This post demands a considerable degree of commitment, flexibility, and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Installation of Substation Equipment in DNO Substations (both online and offline builds).
• Installation of renewable technology.
• Work on HV Plant and Equipment as required.
• Ensure compliance with all agreed customer requirements.
• Complete high-quality work on time and within budget.
• Use initiative to improve product delivery.
• Liaise courteously and professionally with all client representatives and third parties.
• Comply with all Policies, Procedures, and Work Practices, including:
  • Relevant Safety Policies and Procedures.
  • Oil handling/testing procedures.
  • SF6 gas handling procedures.
  • Use of access/lifting equipment procedures.
• Assist in delivering New Electrical Construction and Refurbishment Programmes through:
  • Installation, glanding, and termination of multicore control and protection cabling.
  • Installation of control and protection panels.
  • Reading and interpreting schematic diagrams.
  • Installation of switchgear.
  • Installation of support structures and associated equipment (CTs, VTs, busbars, circuit breakers, disconnects, etc.).
  • Installation of transformers.
  • Obtaining and working under appropriate safety rules and authorisations.
  • Earthing of HV Plant and Equipment.
• Act as a role model for Omexom Company Values.

Requirements

• Ability to read and work from schematic diagrams, with knowledge of control and protection systems.
• Experience in installation and termination of SWA (Single Wire Armoured) and NYCY (Copper Sheath) multicore and communications cables.
• High level of manual dexterity and technical ability with proven experience in wiring panels.
• Working knowledge of AC/DC systems.
• Ability to work well in a close-knit, highly motivated team.
• Ability to work on own initiative and be accountable for your work.
• High safety ethic.
• Positive ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Excellent customer/commercial focus.
• Results orientation.
• Highly flexible/adaptable to day-to-day activities, hours, and work locations.

Desirable Qualifications

• Relevant experience within the utility contracting environment on 400kV/132kV/33kV areas.

Values

In line with Omexom’s values, you must possess the following qualities:

• Team Spirit & Generosity – Able to work effectively within and contribute to the Omexom team to deliver results, provide support, and drive performance.
• Trust and Empowerment – Enjoy managing responsibilities and time to ensure work is completed efficiently and professionally.
• Integrity and Responsibility – Take responsibility for duties and manage them effectively to ensure high-quality results.
• Innovation & Entrepreneurship – Continually strive to improve processes and introduce new initiatives to enhance efficiency.