Lineworker

Distribution; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

AUREOS INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES LIMITED is seeking a skilled Lineworker to join our infrastructure team in the United Kingdom. You will install, maintain and repair high-voltage distribution lines and related equipment, ensuring safe and reliable power delivery to clients and communities.

The role requires physical fitness, ability to climb poles, work outdoors in varying weather, and a commitment to safety and teamwork while meeting industry standards and company regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a certified Lineworker apprenticeship program is highly preferred.
• Proven experience as a Lineworker in the electrical utility or infrastructure services sector.
• Deep understanding of electrical systems, rigging, and safety procedures associated with high-voltage work.
• Excellent physical condition, with the ability to climb poles, lift up to 50 lbs, and work outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime, nights, weekends, and on-call shifts during emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, structure, and repair overhead electrical distribution and transmission systems.
• Climb utility poles and operate aerial lifts (bucket trucks) to work on equipment at various heights.
• String, sag, and tie conductors to insulators, and install transformers, circuit breakers, fuses, and other line hardware.
• Troubleshoot electrical outages and system failures, performing emergency repairs under various weather conditions to restore power safely and efficiently.
• Adhere strictly to all safety protocols, company regulations, and occupational health and safety guidelines.
• Inspect lines, poles, and equipment regularly to identify potential hazards or maintenance needs.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to plan and execute daily work orders and infrastructure projects.

Skills

Pole climbing

Team collaboration

Emergency repair

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma

Lineworker apprenticeship

Tools

Aerial lifts

Insulators

Power transformers

Job description

Job Summary

AUREOS INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES LIMITED is seeking a skilled and dedicated Lineworker to join our growing infrastructure team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing high-voltage electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment. The ideal candidate is a safety-oriented professional committed to ensuring the reliable delivery of electrical power to our clients and communities while adhering to the highest industry standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, structure, and repair overhead electrical distribution and transmission systems.
• Climb utility poles and operate aerial lifts (bucket trucks) to work on equipment at various heights.
• String, sag, and tie conductors (wires) to insulators, and install transformers, circuit breakers, fuses, and other line hardware.
• Troubleshoot electrical outages and system failures, performing emergency repairs under various weather conditions to restore power safely and efficiently.
• Adhere strictly to all safety protocols, company regulations, and occupational health and safety guidelines.
• Inspect lines, poles, and equipment regularly to identify potential hazards or maintenance needs.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to plan and execute daily work orders and infrastructure projects.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a certified Lineworker apprenticeship program is highly preferred.
• Proven experience as a Lineworker in the electrical utility or infrastructure services sector.
• Deep understanding of electrical systems, rigging, and safety procedures associated with high-voltage work.
• Excellent physical condition, with the ability to climb poles, lift heavy equipment (up to 50 lbs), and work outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime, nights, weekends, and on-call shifts during emergencies.

Equal Opportunities Aureos are an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

Aureos is a multi-disciplinary energy and transport networks specialist engineering services provider, spanning the design, engineering, installation, maintenance, and crisis response of critical infrastructures across power, renewables, nuclear decommissioning, railways, highways and local government sectors.