Aerial Powerline Observer – Overhead Linesperson

PDG Aviation Services; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

PDG Aviation Services, a leading helicopter operator in the UK, seeks a full time Aerial Observer. The role involves conducting aerial surveillance of electricity networks, requiring overhead linesperson experience and the ability to work independently. Successful candidates will need a full driving license and previous competency certifications.

Qualifications

• Experience as overhead linesperson required.
• Ability to work alone and in a small team.
• Physically able with good eyesight and hearing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct low level power line patrols from 11kv to 400kv.
• Perform Thermal Image and Corona Inspections.
• Produce reports as required.

Skills

Safety Compliance

Report Writing

Team Collaboration

Job description

PDG Aviation Services is one of the leading onshore helicopter operators in the UK and Ireland. We are looking to recruit a full time Aerial Observer, who must be an experienced overhead linesperson, to carry out aerial powerline surveillance of the electricity networks across the UK and Ireland. Training in the aviation aspects of the role will be provided to the successful applicant.

Key responsibilities:

• Carry out low level power line patrols from 11kv to 400kv
• Thermal Image and Corona Inspections
• Foot Patrols
• Produce reports as required
• Work alongside pilots, remote from office, on own initiative
• Complete all tasks in a safe, cost-effective manner and in compliance with PDG processes and procedures
• Liaise with PDG Operations department and clients as required

Key requirements:

• The right to live and work in the UK
• Full driving licence
• Overhead linesperson experience (Distribution or Transmission Network Operator preferable)
• Previous competency certs
• Physically able with good eyesight and hearing
• Ability to work alone and as part of a small team

The closing date for applications is 4 th April 2025.