Overhead Line Worker

SP Electricity North West manages and invests in the power network that supplies electricity to the 2.4m homes and businesses across the North West. Our 2,400 colleagues manage the 13,000km of overhead lines, 44,000km of underground cables and thousands of electricity substations to keep power flowing and supporting green growth. We’re one of six distribution network operators in the UK and are regulated by Ofgem.
We’re proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry’s most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference.
Now part of the Iberdrola and ScottishPower group, we’re collectively building smarter, greener electricity networks that will get Britain growing by investing in a better future, quicker.
A Fantastic Opportunity: Overhead Line Worker
As an Overhead Line worker, you will work as part of a team who are responsible for carrying out the maintenance, repair and refurbishment activities on our overhead lines so that our customers can enjoy a reliable and efficient electricity supply.
You will participate in the construction and refurbishment of the overhead power distribution network and in fault location and repair work. This takes place during working hours and after hours when required, ensuring that interruptions to customers' electricity supplies are kept to a minimum.
As an Overhead Line Worker, you can expect to:
* Report on progress throughout thereby enabling colleagues within the Customer Contact Centre to keep our customers fully informed at all times;
* Be part of the team responsible for the inspection and maintenance of various items of overhead plant.
What we’re looking for
We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who meet the following criteria:
* NVQ or City & Guilds level 2 in a electrically biased subject or equivalent;
* A current HV /LV Limited Authorisation for overhead line work on the SP Electricity North West network or other DNO;
* Proven experience working at height;
* Fully proficient in the use of overhead line equipment, winches, MEWPs, tracked excavators etc.;
* Qualified to carry out pole top rescue;
* Extensive knowledge of the safety requirements for working on and around overhead power lines;
* Experience of leading and / or being a member of a working party under a safety document;
* Familiar with working in accordance with Health and Safety, Environmental and Quality policies, processes and procedures;
* Hold a full, valid UK driving licence (essential) with a HGV licence (desirable);
* Experience in off road driving;
* The ability to complete paperwork relating to work based activities.
What we’re offering
We value your expertise and in return, you’ll receive:
* An annual bonus scheme
* 26 days annual leave increasing with length of service
* An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
* A market-leading contributory pension scheme
* Employee assistance programme
* Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We’re proud to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that embracing our differences makes us stronger.
If you need any adjustments or support during the application process, please contact our Recruitment Team on (phone number removed) (option 2).
Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by SP Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a Medical Appointment, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a Drug & Alcohol test.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable