HV Cable Jointer

Job Title: High Voltage (HV) Cable Jointer Location: Europe/ Must have right to work passport for the UK or Europe. Industry: Power Utilities / Energy Infrastructure About the Role We are seeking a skilled HV Cable Jointer to join a growing power infrastructure team supporting transmission and distribution projects . The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, jointing, termination, testing, and maintenance of high-voltage underground cable systems . This role is ideal for a qualified electrical tradesperson with experience working on MV/HV networks and utility infrastructure projects . Key Responsibilities Install and joint high-voltage underground power cables (11kV – 132kV+) Perform straight joints, transition joints, and indoor/outdoor terminations Work with cable systems including XLPE, PILC, and EPR Assist with cable pulling, duct installation, and trench preparation Install cable accessories including link boxes, earthing systems, glands, and cleats Conduct electrical testing including insulation resistance, continuity, VLF testing, and phasing Support commissioning and energisation of HV cable circuits Diagnose and repair cable faults on utility networks Maintain strict compliance with HV safety procedures and lock-out/tag-out protocols Complete testing reports and installation documentation Voltage Levels MV: 6.6kV – 33kV HV: 66kV – 132kV EHV (specialist projects): 220kV – 400kV Requirements Electrical Trade Qualification / Electrical Trade Test Certified or trained in HV cable jointing 3–10+ years' experience in cable jointing within utilities, electrical infrastructure, or power construction Experience working on 11kV / 33kV / 132kV cable systems Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and cable layouts Strong understanding of HV safety standards and procedures Advantageous: Working at Heights certification Confined Space Entry First Aid training Experience working on utility or transmission network projects What We Offer Competitive salary aligned to market benchmarks Opportunity to work on major power and grid infrastructure projects Exposure to high-voltage and transmission-level networks Career progression within the power utilities sector