[Production Operator positions] Register of Interest_SEUK-CL

Other Nigg, United Kingdom Inverness, United Kingdom


Description

Position at SUMITOMO ELECTRIC U.K. POWER CABLES LTD.

A new opportunity is coming to Highlands, Scotland!
As we prepare for the start of operations at our new manufacturing facility
in the Port of Nigg
around mid-2026, we are now welcoming Registrations
of Interest for future Production Operator roles.

By registering, you will receive priority invitations to our Company Briefing Sessions which will be held constantly from late 2025 and be among the first to learn about career opportunities with us.
No prior experience in the cable industry is required – full training will be provided – making this an excellent opportunity for people from all walks of life, from newcomers to experienced operators. We are committed to creating career pathways and growing together with the local community.
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About our project in the Port of Nigg, Highland

Sumitomo Electric is one of the leading global manufacturers of state-of-the-art high-end electricity transmission cables, up to and including 525kV HVDC(High Voltage Direct Current) cable.
The new factory at Nigg, with investment value announced by the Scottish Government of £350M, will make a significant contribution towards realisation of the UK Net Zero Target by contributing to critical electricity transmission infrastructure to connect and deliver renewable energy, including offshore wind, to UK consumers and beyond.  In addition, the factory will create more than 150 highly skilled jobs in the Scottish Highlands, with maximum utilisation of the local supply chain for production of cables and construction of transmission cable systems.

In a significant boost for the UK green energy supply chain, Sumitomo Electric has commenced construction of its state-of-the-art subsea transmission cable factory in the Scottish Highlands. The factory will supply critical elements for the reinforcement of the UK electricity transmission grid and for connecting renewable energy production facilities to the grid.
About Sumitomo Electric Group

Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. is a recognized global technology leader with over 290,000 employees working at around 400 group companies in 40 countries. Building on more than 120 years of innovation, today Sumitomo Electric is engaged in diversified business activities that support people’s daily lives and industries in five business segments: automotive, infocommunications, electronics, environment & energy, and industrial materials. To learn more about Sumitomo Electric, please visit https://sumitomoelectric.com and our YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/SumitomoElectric/). Follow us on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/sumitomo-electric-uk-power-cables/
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