Cable Jointer

Cable jointers make and repair joins in insulated power supply and control cables installed in underground pipes, trenches, and/or overhead systems. They also prepare cable terminations for electrical equipment and overhead lines.

Cable jointers may perform the following tasks:

• pull electrical cables through underground pipes (or conduits) and join cables in transmission and distribution systems
• prepare low- and high-voltage cable joints and cable terminations while connecting and installing electrical equipment and overhead lines
• test and locate cable faults, and maintain and repair cables
• update location diagrams for the layout of cable systems
• make sure that conductors are correctly connected between sub-stations and customers' premises when installing and making repairs
• assist in manufacturing and preparing cable jointing components
• dig trenches and service pits or tunnels
• encase cables in protective covers
• work with other staff in installing or replacing cables.

Cable jointers mainly work outdoors, sometimes in cramped and confined conditions or at heights. They often work in sub-stations, which reduce high-voltage electricity to lower levels for consumer use. They need to maintain good relations with property owners, tenants and authorities. Cable jointers often work as part of a team.

Personal Requirements:

• enjoy practical work
• normal eyesight, colour vision and physical fitness
• good hand-eye coordination
• safety conscious
• able to work at heights
• communication skills.

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• Electrical Engineering Associate
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• Electrician

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