Linesperson

Linesperson

We are looking for experienced Overhead Line Chargehands to join our teams working on our SSEN contract. The Linesman will be the responsible party for leading teams of 2- or 3-man teams in the erection of poles, changing transformers and carry out any other overhead line work that may be required.

We have secured a long term contract with SSEN (Scottish Southern Electricity Networks), This will include both planned and reactive underground cable infrastructure works up to 33kV in the Ridgeway Area. This builds on our existing relationship with SSEN, where we are responsible for overhead line works up to 33kV and vegetation management works up to 132kV networks in the Reading and Aldershot areas. Our current teams working on these projects are based in Hermitage, near Reading. Well now be looking into Chippenham as a further depot to support this contract. Our teams will be working across the Ridgeway area.

We are looking for someone to:

Carrying out all work in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of SSE.

Install, build and refurbish overhead lines up to 33kV.

Conform to all instructions stated in method statements and risk assessments.

Liaise with Site Supervisors regarding and specific site issues.

Experience of working on an Overhead Lines electrical networks

Hold a valid EUSR or CSCS Card

Hold a valid First Aid Qualification

Pole Top Rescue

IPAF 1B Qualification

Manual Handling

Working at height

Winch operation

NRSWA Qualification

DNO operational authorisation (SSE)

Clean and Full Driving Licence

Network Plus at a Glance

Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UKs major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater

We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer.

We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

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