Job Description

About IES Utilities Group Ltd:

IES Utilities Group Ltd is a leading UK utility Provider delivering end-to-end utility solutions. Our teams operate across Power, Gas, Water, Telecoms, District Heating and Renewables, where we provide survey, design, construction, and maintenance services nationwide.

With a commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability, IES supports clients in building and maintaining resilient, future-ready infrastructure networks across the UK. Headquartered in Manchester, IES continues to grow as a trusted partner in the utilities sector.

Our vision is to be the leading utility and infrastructure services provider, Known for innovative and sustainable solutions to current and future challenges, and our mission: To enable essential utility networks and infrastructure to achieve exceptional levels of resilience and long-term value.

About the role:

We are looking for experienced LV/HV Cable Jointers to work on underground power networks. Youll install, maintain and repair cables safely and to a high standard across a range of DNO/IDNO networks.

You will be expected to:

• Work in accordance with IES HSEQ procedures and DNO/IDNO network rules
• Follow Electricity at Work Regulations, ESQCR, HSG47, HSG85
• Wear correct PPE and maintain site safety at all times
• Complete all risk assessments, point-of-work briefs and dynamic reviews
• Maintain accurate job records, digital documentation, test sheets and as-installed data

What You'll Do:

• LV live and dead jointing
• Mains and service jointing
• Fault finding and repairs
• LV testing and commissioning
• HV jointing and terminations up to 11kV (desirable)
• XLPE/EPR/PILC joints and heat/cold shrink termination
• HV new connections and network upgrades
• Fuse and cut-out replacements (live and dead)
• Removal of illegal connections
• Assist jointing teams and act as Safety Mate
• Help with excavation, guarding and site setup
• Support with LV switching and safety documents (if authorised)

What You Need (Essential):

• LV/HV jointing experience (DNO/IDNO background preferred)
• Competent in LV live jointing
• HV jointing up to 11kV (or willing to train)
• Full UK driving licence
• Able to work outdoors and in excavations

What You Need (Desirable):

• NRSWA (SLG)
• First Aid
• Confined Space training
• Cable ID/spiking authorisation
• Substation access

The suitable candidate will also possess:

• Strong safety attitude
• Good attention to detail
• Practical and reliable
• Able to work alone or in a team
• Good communication skills

What You'll Get from IES:

• Competitive pay based on skills and authorisations
• Standby and call-out payments
• Training and progression pathways (LV HV)
• Route to Lead Jointer, Supervisor or Authorised Person
• Modern van, tools, PPE and test equipment
• Pension, holidays and wellbeing support

Additional requirements:

• Must pass drug & alcohol screening
• Follow all IES and client HSEQ rules
• Work outdoors in all weather
• Take part in standby/call-out rota