Jointing Supervisor - Jointing Support Lead

Jointing Supervisor
JOINTING SUPPORT LEAD

Purpose of the Role

The Jointing Support Lead provides operational support to Prysmian's jointing activities across the UK.

The role focuses on site readiness, quality assurance, technical support and workforce development. Working closely with the Jointing Operations Manager, the Jointing Support Lead helps ensure high standards of safety, quality and workmanship are maintained across all projects.

This is a non-line-management role.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site readiness reviews before jointing activities commence.

• Carry out site audits and quality inspections.

• Monitor workmanship standards and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Support jointing teams with technical queries and practical challenges.

• Promote safe working practices and challenge unsafe or poor-quality work where necessary.

• Provide coaching and mentoring to developing and experienced jointers.

• Assist with the preparation of project-specific tooling lists.

• Record audit findings and produce clear reports and recommendations.

• Follow up actions arising from audits, quality inspections and site visits.

• Support investigations into quality issues and identify lessons learned.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the jointing function.

• Act as a link between operational teams and the Jointing Operations Manager.

The role will typically involve regular travel to project sites across the UK.

Person Specification

Essential

• Significant experience in HV or EHV cable jointing and accessory installation.

• Strong understanding of cable systems, joints, terminations and associated accessories.

• Strong commitment to safety and quality.

• Ability to communicate effectively with site teams, customers and colleagues.

• Ability to identify issues and propose practical solutions.

• Good organisational and administrative skills.

• Competent user of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Previous experience in an auditing, mentoring or technical support role.

• Experience supporting the development of others.

• Knowledge of quality assurance processes and reporting.

What Success Looks Like

• Sites are ready for jointing activities before teams mobilise. 

• Workmanship standards are maintained consistently across projects. 

• Quality concerns are identified and addressed early. 

• Jointing teams have access to practical support and guidance. 

• Developing jointers receive effective coaching and mentoring. ​

Why Join Prysmian?

At Prysmian, you'll be part of a business that is helping deliver the infrastructure needed for a more sustainable future.

In return, you'll benefit from:

• The opportunity to influence and improve jointing standards across the business.
• A varied role combining technical expertise, leadership, and problem-solving.
• Ongoing development and career progression opportunities.
• The chance to work with experienced industry professionals on major UK infrastructure projects.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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