Power duo get joint honours at award ceremony

Two Hertfordshire cable jointers have won a top award from UK Power Networks after being recognised for their outstanding teamwork, safety record and dedication to customers.

Top team Edrion and Maksim who fix underground electricity cable faults have been named the best Jointing Duo by their employer. | UK Power Networks

placeholder image — Top team Edrion and Maksim who fix underground electricity cable faults have been named the best Jointing Duo by their employer. | UK Power Networks

Edrion Lofotaj and Maksim Cani scooped the Jointing Duo award at the company's Living Our Values Awards, beating competition from across the business.

Colleagues described the pair who work on underground electricity cables, as a "young professional jointing team who constantly have safety at the front of mind" and "a great asset to the Borehamwood family."

The award was bolstered by the duo's professionalism earlier this year when they were subject to physical abuse by a member of the public while responding to a power cut. They remained focused on getting customers safely back on power.

"It was a very intense moment, but we consider ourselves professionals and we were there to do a job, get the lights back on," Edrion said, "We stayed focused on the job and, most importantly, on getting our customers safely back on supply."

The pair, who are also friends outside work, put their success down to trust and teamwork.

Dunstable local Edrion said: "We trust each other and communicate well. We know what needs to be done, we look out for each other and we never rush a job at the expense of safety or quality."

Safety remains their highest priority. Maksim, who lives in Luton, said: "We want everyone to go home safely at the end of the day. As jointers, we work around high-risk situations with high voltage electricity, so following the correct procedures and looking after each other is essential."

Speaking after their win, Maksim added: "It felt great to be recognised for the work we do as a team. It's always good to know that your hard work, safety and commitment are being noticed, especially when you can share that recognition with someone you work closely with.

"Behind every job we go to, there are customers relying on us. Doing everything safely, efficiently and professionally makes a big difference."