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Craft Attendant (Jointing)

Avangrid

The Role

Overview

Assist jointers with cable jointing tasks, site preparation, safety and material handling.

Key Responsibilities

  • cable jointing
  • material handling
  • site preparation
  • record keeping
  • safety attendant
  • equipment care

Tasks

-Maintain accurate records of jointing activities, including material usage and work performed. -Ensuring all site works are carried out safely including, where appropriate, acting as the nominated person in charge of safety for the duration of all works attended. -Collaborate with the team to ensure that work areas are safe and compliant with health and safety regulations. -Assist in the handling, transportation, and organisation of materials and tools required for jointing tasks -Participate in safety briefings and contribute to the identification and mitigation of potential hazards. -As an Electrician / Jointer's Mate, you will play an essential role in supporting Jointer by assisting the jointing team in various tasks. -Adhere to health and safety guidelines and protocols at all times -Support the jointing team in the preparation of work sites, including excavation, trenching, and other groundwork activities. -Ensure the proper storage and care of equipment to maintain safety standards -Report any issues or concerns to the jointing team and supervisors promptly. -Act as Safety attendant to the craftsman on site in accordance with training skills and authorisation levels. -Actively engage in training opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge in jointing activities. · Seek guidance from experienced jointers to develop expertise. -To assist a Craftsman and undertake preparatory work and finalise work on completion of Jointing activities. -Work closely with experienced jointers to assist in cable jointing and associated activities. -Follow instructions and contribute to the efficient and safe execution of the task

Requirements

  • electrical
  • driving licence
  • manual handling
  • work ethic
  • support role
  • physical fitness

What You Bring

-Basic understanding of electrical systems and cable jointing processes is desirable -Willingness to learn and contribute to a collaborative team environment -Driving Licence -Ability to communicate with members of the public. -Manual handling -The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a proactive attitude to contribute to the success of our projects. -Physical fitness and the ability to perform manual tasks in a variety of weather conditions. -Ability to work in various weather conditions -Previous experience in a support role within the energy, construction, or utility industry is  advantageous. -Strong Work Ethic -Driving licence.

Benefits

-Share Schemes -Life Assurance (4x salary) -36 days annual leave -Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving -Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases -Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments -Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support -Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans -Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave -Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

The Company

About Avangrid

-Born in 2015 from a merger with UIL Holdings, creating a national powerhouse from regional utilities. -Headquartered in Orange, Connecticut, with operations in 24 U.S. states. -Its utilities arm manages eight electric and natural gas systems. -Projects include onshore wind, solar, biomass, thermal plants, and grid upgrades. -Fully acquired by Iberdrola in late 2024, enhancing investment potential. -Key ventures include the nation's largest offshore wind project and the Maine Power upgrade. -Combines local legacy with large-scale clean energy ambition.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Renewable Energy

Electricity Transmission

Electricity Distribution

Smart Grids

Grid Infrastructure

Power Generation

Natural Gas Utilities

Electric Vehicles

Charging Infrastructure

Energy Storage

Clean Heat

Building Electrification

Integrated System Planning

Distribution Grid Operations

Digital Customer Experience

Sustainable Industrialization

Hydrogen Energy

Smart Meter Deployment

Grid Automation

Visa Sponsorship

-company will support necessary immigration requirements for non‑citizen applicants.