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Chargehand (OHL)
Leeds
Permanent
£50,000 - £55,000 + signing bonus, vehicle and benefits package
The Client
My client is recognised as a world class provider of engineering services to the utility sector and wider markets. They are currently recruiting a Chargehand Linesman who will be field based. The main purpose of this role is to work in a team to achieve delivery to time, safety regulations, quality standards and project specification. The role reports directly to Supervisor.
Duties and Responsibilities will include:
- Install, build and refurbish overhead lines at various voltages – LV, 11kV up to 33kV.
- Carry out all work in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of the company and its customers.
- Maintain and develop own competence in accordance with legislative changes and customer requirements.
- Provide guidance to and work as part of a team to ensure the safe, effective and efficient implementation of the company’s operations.
- Convey any instructions or messages to team members as directed by your Manager.
- Provide guidance on and monitor your team’s approach to safety rules and procedures.
- Liaise with third parties to ensure the smooth implementation of work.
- Maintain awareness of and conform to the company’s SHEQ policy and issued safety instructions.
- Maintain site safety at all times and complete daily risk assessments where required.
- Conform to all instructions stated in method statements and risk assessments.
- Ensure that accidents and near misses are suitably reported.
- Report any concerns regarding SHEQ to the SHEQ team and your Manager.
- .Complete all work to high standards.
Requirements:
- 5 years practical of Overhead Lines works up to 33kV.
- Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and its practical implications.
- Vocational certification including First Aid, Manual Handling, Working at Height, NRSWA, IPAF
- DNO authorisation
- CDM Awareness
- Risk Assessment Training
- Safety Marshall Training
- Full Driving Licence
The Rewards
The rewards for the successful candidate are excellent. They are offering a competitive starting salary of between £50,000 - £55,000, signing on bonus, company vehicle , fuel card, 25 days holiday plus stats, pension scheme, private healthcare, life assurance and other flexible benefits. The company will also consider providing lodgings for candidates from outside of a commutable distance to the area.
