Craft Attendant Jointer Job in Maidstone, Kent England – UK Power Networks

Want a skilled trade career with a major UK power network? This Craft Attendant Jointer job in Maidstone is a permanent role with UK Power Networks. You will carry out electrical works on HV and LV systems up to 33kV. The salary is £34,726 a year, plus a 3% bonus. Cable jointing qualifications are training provided if not held.

About the role

This Craft Attendant Jointer will report to the Field Staff Supervisor and will work within Network Operations. The role is based at our Maidstone office. You will be a permanent employee in our UK Power Networks team.

You will attract a salary of £34,726, plus benefits and a 3% bonus.

Job purpose

To carry out electrical works which range from the connection of new supplies, diversions, and alterations, through to locating and repairing faults.

Principal accountabilities

• Location and restoration of faults on the LV underground network.
• Connect new or altered housing supplies and reinforcements.
• Connect diversions for developers or Local Authorities — HV and LV, up to 33kV.
• Take responsibility for all aspects of Safety, Health, and Environment in the role.
• Deliver the job to time and guaranteed service levels.
• Efficient use of materials.
• Complete work to the correct specification.
• Carry out risk assessments and maintain safe working practices.
• Use appropriate IT equipment, including TDR, LV Faults Sniffer, and FFE equipment.
• Supervise excavating teams and jointers.

Experience and qualifications

The following skills and attributes are important to this role:

• City and Guilds 2339 (formerly 2322) certificate, or equivalent. Training provided if not held.
• HAUC (NRSWA) qualification as a supervisor and operative. Training provided if not held.
• Flexibility and the ability to work in a team environment.
• The ability to problem solve in a practical way.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Must have a clean driving licence.
• Understanding of operational and 1:500 diagrams.

What you will get

• Salary: £34,726 a year.
• Bonus: 3%.
• Annual leave: 22 days, plus bank holidays.
• Reservist Leave: additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid.
• Personal Pension Plan: personal contribution rates of 4% or 5%. UK Power Networks makes a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%.
• Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme and Season Ticket Loan.
• Tax-efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing schemes.
• Occupational Health support.
• Switched On: a scheme providing discounts on hundreds of retailers’ products.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Pre-employment checks

If you are successful, you will need to undertake a medical examination and a DBS reference check.

Job snapshot

• Role: Craft Attendant Jointer
• Employer: UK Power Networks (Operations) Ltd
• Location: Maidstone, Kent
• Salary: £34,726 a year + 3% bonus
• Job reference: 82677_1782176403
• Job ID: 225279253

How to apply

Apply via this page before the closing date. The recruitment contact for this vacancy is Michael Morgan. When you apply, please quote the vacancy reference 82677_1782176403.

Frequently asked questions

Where is this Craft Attendant Jointer job based?

The role is based at UK Power Networks’ Maidstone office in Kent. You will be part of the Network Operations team, reporting to the Field Staff Supervisor.

How much does it pay?

The salary is £34,726 a year, plus a 3% bonus and benefits. The pension scheme includes UK Power Networks employer contributions of 8% or 10%.

Do I need cable jointing qualifications already?

No. Both the City & Guilds 2339 (formerly 2322) and the HAUC (NRSWA) qualifications are training provided if not held. This makes the role accessible to candidates without existing cable jointing certifications who want a trade career in utilities.

What will I be doing?

You will carry out electrical works including the connection of new supplies, diversions, alterations, and the location and repair of faults. You will work on HV and LV systems up to 33kV, including the location and restoration of faults on the LV underground network.

What checks are involved?

Successful candidates will undertake a medical examination and a DBS reference check before starting. A clean driving licence is also required.

What is the closing date?

The closing date for applications is 5 July 2026.

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Job posted on Apex Global Career. Listing details are provided by the employer and may change — always confirm specifics on the employer’s official careers page before applying. Job reference 82677_1782176403 · Job ID 225279253.