HV Technician (AP, Fitter, Jointer)

Overview

Site HV technician installing, maintaining, repairing 33kV renewable energy equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• fault resolution
• cable jointing
• equipment installation
• inspection maintenance
• earthing installation
• protection system

Tasks

-Assist with fault resolution in a timely manner. -Keeping in close communication with the O&M office. -Occasionally assisting with ground maintenance or mechanical work. -Assist with troubleshooting and fault-finding on RES controlled plant/equipment. -Carry out Cable jointing or termination works as required up to 33kV. -Equipment install up to 33kV. -Installation of new equipment up to 33kV. -Keeping accurate maintenance records and compiling reports. -Undertaking planned inspection and maintenance of HV Equipment according to legal, technical, manufacturer and contractual requirements. -Become fully conversant and make sure that all works are undertaken in accordance with the RES Electrical & Mechanical Safety Rules and Safety Rule Instructions. -Writing maintenance and inspection reports. -Earthing system installation and test. Protection system installation. -TheHV Technicianis a site-based role performing Operation & Maintenance along with installation and repair duties on utility-scale solar/wind and battery storage sites. There will be an element of home/office working for other duties. -Repair of equipment up to 33kV. -Occasionally working away from home for training courses or to cover RES controlled sites in other geographical areas where required.

Requirements

• citb sssts
• 33kv
• hv safe
• full licence
• competent person
• switchgear

What You Bring

-Holds or previously held Fitting/Jointing authorisations under DNO Safety Rules. -CITB SSSTS or equivalent. -Reacting to emergencies, site outages and changing circumstances. -Able to install/maintain various types of HV plant/equipment. -Strong approach to safe working practices. -Full UK driving licence. -HV Safe Systems of Work. -Able to joint and terminate cables up to 33kV. -Cable Jointing and termination up to 33kV. -Knowledge of HV equipment and the ability to identify potential issues. -Switchgear fitting experience. -Excellent communication skills. -Achieve and maintain Competent Person status, ideally AP. -Ideally the candidate will be a fully qualified 33kV Fitter/Jointer with experience installing, maintaining, and repairing utility-scale renewable sites/equipment. -Always adherence to health and safety requirements and help to maintain and improve safety standards. -Knowledge of solar farm assets. -Experience in engineering or other relevant qualification, or equivalent industry experience. -Ability to identify problems, conduct analysis and develop solutions. -Previously held fitting/jointing authorisation under high voltage electrical safety rules. -Able to use equipment for testing suitable for the role. -You will need to be located near/travel to operational plants and have a full driving licence. This is a permanent role and will require availability for weekend.

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Benefits

-A company vehicle, phone and laptop/tablet will be provided. An overtime system is in place. RES provides a comprehensive package of benefits including contributory pension, private health insurance and investment in role specific training. -Dead testing on HV Plant.

About Res

-The company focuses on developing, building, and operating renewable energy projects, especially in wind and solar power. -With projects spanning across Europe, the Americas, and Asia Pacific, Res is shaping the future of sustainable energy. -The company has a strong presence in offshore and onshore wind, with an expanding footprint in solar energy. -Beyond renewable energy, Res also specializes in energy storage solutions, enhancing grid stability. -Res's technical expertise extends across the full lifecycle of projects, from development and construction to operations and maintenance. -In addition to its renewable energy portfolio, Res has a deep commitment to community and environmental engagement. -The company is known for its innovation, tackling challenges in energy generation, storage, and distribution. -Res continues to drive forward in the mission to deliver clean energy solutions, contributing significantly to the global transition to renewable energy.

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