Chemring Energetics UK Ltd
HV Electrician
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Chemring Energetics UK
Chemring Energetics UK is a global business providing a range of equipment based on energetic materials for defence, civil defence, and key commercial customers.
Are you an experienced High Voltage Electrician with a proven track record in maintaining and supporting high and low voltage electrical networks?
We’re looking for an HV Electrician to take responsibility for the maintenance, inspection, and operation of the site-wide HV and LV distribution systems. With a critical role in ensuring safe and reliable electrical infrastructure across the site, this position is central to maintaining a safe, compliant, and high-performing facility in a unique and high-hazard manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out all activities in full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, company policies, and procedures; proactively report unsafe acts or conditions via the Near Miss system.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain HV and LV distribution systems, including transformers, circuit interrupters, reclosers, capacitors, voltage regulators, and medium voltage switches.
- Fabricate and install components such as duct banks, cable runs, concrete pads for electrical equipment, risers, transformer banks, and low voltage electrical panels.
- Operate various components on the HV distribution system, including isolation switches, interrupters, capacitor banks, and transformers.
- Inspect distribution systems, conduct tests, and document findings.
- Respond to emergency calls and take necessary actions.
- Provide support for in-house capital and operational projects, including commissioning, testing, and inspecting finished work.
- Provide on-the-job training to apprentices.
- Operate a variety of testing, calibration, and repair equipment, including voltmeters, ammeters, insulation testers, high potential test sets, and circuit breaker testers.
- Coordinate work with customers, project managers, other crafts, and inspectors; review plans, drawings, and instructions to plan work.
- Assist other crafts as required.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and up-to-date knowledge of materials and systems.
- Prepare and maintain accurate records and documentation of all work performed.
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Qualifications & Experience:
- Certificate of completion of a recognised Apprenticeship, accredited trade school, or equivalent experience and training comparable to crafts status as a High Voltage Electrician to Approved Person.
- Certificate in high voltage system operations.
- Experience in LV cable jointing.
- Strong understanding of electrical distribution systems and safety regulations.
- Knowledge of permit-to-work systems.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
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The Ideal Candidate:
- Demonstrates a personal commitment to Safety, Quality, and Environmental standards.
- Has a strong bias for action, spotting potential issues early and coordinating effective resolutions.
- Seeks out and implements new ideas and opportunities that deliver real business benefits.
- Builds and nurtures effective relationships to improve performance.
- Brings strong IT, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Understands company policies and procedures to ensure compliance across site operations.
- Communicates clearly and confidently at all levels.
Benefits:
In return, we offer a competitive salary plus excellent benefits, including pension, healthcare, an employee assistance programme, and a range of flexible benefits including Cycle2work and several local and national employee discounts.
If you have the skills and experience to take on this important role, we’d love to hear from you!
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