Primary Plant Fitter
| Company: | The Best Connection Group Limited |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £42,000 - £42,000 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Rickmansworth, WD18 9DA |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 20 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Our client based in Watford is looking for a Primary Plant Fitter to work within their team.
Primary Plant Fitter Role Purpose:
To install and assemble HV substation primary plant - transformers, switch gear, busbars and cables - to drawings and manufacturer specifications.
Primary Plant Fitter Key Responsibilities:
- Install and Assemble transformers, GIS/AIS switch gear and busbar systems.
- Support HV cable installation, jointing and terminations.
- Carry out mechanical assembly, rigging and erection of HV plant.
- Install earthing, bonding, containment and multi core systems.
- Work from general arrangement drawings and manufacturer instructions.
- Assist with pre-commissioning checks and inspections.
- Handle, position and set out heavy plant safely using appropriate lifting methods.
- Comply with HVSS health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
Essential Network Accreditation:
Applicants must hold current authorisation and/or demonstrable delivery experience on at least ONE of the following distribution or transmission networks:
- Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN)
- UK Power Networks (UKPN)
- National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED)
- National Grid (NG)
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Plant installation experience on at least one of SSEN, UKPN, NGED or NG.
- Relevant mechanical / electrical NVQ or City & Guilds qualification.
- Slinger / signaller, IPAF and abrasive wheels desirable.
- Full UK driving licence.
Expierience:
- Proven HV plant installation experience within a substation environment.
- Mechanical fitting, rigging and heavy plant handling.
- Familiarity with transformers, switch gear and busbar erection.
Skills & Attributes:
- Strong mechanical and electrical installation ability.
- Safe lifting and rigging practice.
- Ability to work accurately from GA drawings.
- Reliable, safety-conscious team worker.
Salary:
£42,000 per year
Shift times:
09:00am-17:00pm (hours may differ, flexibility is needed)
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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