Operations Engineer

at  Last Mile Group

EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE:

• Previous experience in the utility sector in a similar Operational Role
• Possess a sound knowledge of HV and LV distribution networks and the apparatus and cables used in construction.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current or previous DNO/iDNO 11kV AP/SAP Operational Authorisation
• HNC, or equivalent, level of qualification, with a good theoretical and working knowledge of 1ph and 3ph electrical systems at both LV and HV.
• A recognised supervisory Health & Safety qualification (e.g SSSTS or IOSH)
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ABOUT US:

We are UKPS; a fast-growing Multi-utility Independent Connections Provider (ICP) part of the Last Mile infrastructure. We are fully accredited under the NERS, GIRS & WIRS schemes to carry out the turnkey provision of multi-utility infrastructure and subsequent connections to new build housing, residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
At Last Mile, we are one of the UK’s largest Independent Network Owners, owning and operating in excess of 500,000 gas, electricity, water, and wastewater connections serving residential and commercial customers. Last Mile Asset Management adopt and operate electricity, gas, water and wastewater, and ground source heat/cooling networks that are designed, installed, and commissioned by Lloyds accredited Independent Connection providers (ICPs).
At UKPS & Last Mile, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment, where employee wellbeing is at the forefront in making sure our people feel valued. We provide tailored ongoing training and development, but most importantly, long term career opportunities for you to grow with us. If you are motivated to succeed and have a ‘can-do’ attitude, we would love to hear from you!
For further enquiries contact – recruitment@lastmile-group.com or visit our website www.lastmile-group.com

As part of the role, you may be involved in supervising and mentoring staff to allow development of individuals and improve the performance of the company.
Suitably Operations Engineers may also be appointed by the company as Assessing Officers, involving carrying out competency assessment and review of individuals to ensure they meet the company Authorisation standards.

Testing & Operational Duties (where appropriately authorised) –

• 11kV & LV switchgear pre-commissioning and testing; IR & Continuity Testing, Pressure testing, Primary & Secondary Injection Testing of protection systems (Fuse and Relay based), CT Continuity, Magnetisation Curve, Polarity & Ratio Checks
• IR & Pressure testing at all voltages, including DC, AC and VLF testing. Sheath & IR tests for DNO witnessed tests and audits etc, including stripping & re-capping of cables for testing purposes.
• Liaison with DNO engineers during final connections of LV and HV installed networks, for connection and energisation of newly installed substations.
• Energisation of IDNO/DNO LV networks for connection of customer supplies.
• Planning, preparation and execution of DNO LV & HV ‘Self-Connect’ activity, to complete final connections of installations directly to DNO networks.
• LV/HV fault location/repair, including completion of cable sheath repairs.