Training & Development.
Expert training for safe high-voltage operations, delivered in a live substation environment.
Building Competence in High-Voltage Operations
H&MV Engineering’s Training Academy addresses a critical competency gap in high-voltage operations across Ireland and beyond. Drawing on decades of engineering expertise, we’ve developed specialist training programmes that combine theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical experience.
Our participants train in a live high-voltage substation, modified by our experts to maximise learning whilst ensuring safety. Led by senior trainers with real industry experience, our City & Guilds assured programmes equip engineers, technicians, and operators with the skills to work safely and confidently with high-voltage systems.
Whether you’re managing a data centre, industrial facility, utility network, or renewable energy project, our training ensures your team has the competency to operate safely and in compliance with industry standards.
Train in a Live HV Substation
Our purpose-built training facility gives participants hands-on experience in a real high-voltage environment. This unique approach ensures learners don’t just understand theory but can confidently apply safe practices in real-world scenarios.
The facility has been carefully modified to provide maximum learning opportunities whilst maintaining the highest safety standards. Participants work with actual switchgear, transformers and protection systems under expert supervision.
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City & Guilds HV Switching & Operations.
5 Day Course Overview
This course is built on a foundation of industry-recognised standards and is assured by City and Guilds. The programme blends classroom theory with hands-on practical experience, ensuring candidates not only understand the principles of high voltage safety and operations but can also apply them confidently in real-world scenarios. By focusing on the latest safety legislation, risk assessment, and operational best practices, the course empowers candidates to minimise risks, maintain compliance, and operate high voltage systems safely and efficiently. The combination of content, practical training, and recognised certification makes the course effective and valuable for anyone working in high voltage environments.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, candidates will:
• Gain a solid understanding of high voltage safety legislation and industry best practices.
• Learn to assess and manage risks in HV environments with confidence.
• Develop practical skills to operate and maintain high voltage equipment safely.
• Recognise and respond effectively to arc-flash and electrical hazards.
• Master essential procedures like lock-out/tag-out, and the correct use of PPE and test equipment.
• Build the expertise to troubleshoot and protect HV electrical circuits in realworld scenarios.
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for candidates involved in high voltage operations, including facilities and maintenance managers, facility engineers, technicians and HV system operators, plant electricians and maintenance technicians, as well as qualified electricians or those with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a high voltage environment.
Course Details
The course is delivered over five days, combining theory and practical learning at our dedicated training centre in Cashel. Upon successful completion, candidates receive City & Guilds Assured certification. For dates and pricing, please email hvtraining@hmveng.ie.
City & Guilds HV Switching & Operations Refresher.
3 Day Course Overview
The City & Guilds Assured High Voltage Switching and Operations Refresher Course is designed to refresh and strengthen the competency of candidates working with or around high voltage systems. This three-day programme reinforces both the theoretical and practical aspects of HV operations, ensuring candidates can carry out their responsibilities safely and competently. The course renews awareness of the risks associated with HV systems and highlights effective methods to minimise these risks, supporting compliance with industry regulations and best practice standards.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, candidates will:
• Renew their understanding of electrical hazards and the effects of electric shock.
• Apply up-to-date isolation procedures and testing methods.
• Interpret electrical drawings and symbols with confidence.
• Understand current legislation for electrical and HV work.
• Recognise arc flash and arc blast hazards and select appropriate PPE.
• Operate HV systems, including switchgear, ring units, and transformers, safely.
• Conduct risk assessments and identify fault mechanisms.
• Perform safe switching and planned maintenance of HV equipment.
• Respond effectively to emergencies and understand back-up power and protection systems.
Who Should Attend
This refresher course is intended for candidates who have completed our 5-day HV Switching and Operations Course. It is designed for facilities managers, engineers, technicians, HV operators, plant electricians, project managers, and maintenance staff across sectors such as utilities, data centres, industrial, pharmaceutical, and renewables.
Course Details
The course is delivered over three days and balances theoretical learning with hands-on practical training at our dedicated training centre in Cashel. For more information on dates and pricing, contact hvtraining@hmveng.ie.
City & Guilds Substation Access & Awareness.
The City & Guilds Assured Substation Access & Awareness course provides essential knowledge for working safely in live substation environments. Candidates learn to identify hazards associated with high voltage systems, understand risk management, and gain clarity on both employer and employee responsibilities under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005. The course also covers the minimum PPE requirements for working near high voltage equipment, ensuring every candidate is prepared for safe site access.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, candidates will be able to:
• Recognise hazards and risks in live substations.
• Identify dangers associated with high voltage equipment.
• Understand their responsibilities and those of their employer under safety legislation.
• Safely use and inspect PPE and select the correct protection level for high voltage areas.
Who Should Attend
Course Details
Available both online and in person, this course offers flexible learning options to suit candidates’ needs. For more information on dates and pricing, contact hvtraining@hmveng.ie.
