Overhead Line Surveyor

Northern Powergrid; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 39,937 - 53,711; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday – rising with length of service

Job summary

Northern Powergrid is offering an exciting opportunity for an Overhead Line Surveyor to join their Regional Operations Department in Dewsbury, England. This role focuses on the West Yorkshire Area and involves topographical surveys and design for overhead construction projects.

The ideal candidate will have a full UK driving licence, be eager to learn, and possess strong problem-solving skills. With a competitive salary range between £39,937 and £53,711, this position also offers 25 days holiday, which increases with length of service.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Drive to learn and develop new skills.
• Understanding of overhead line construction and land surveying is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Undertake topographical and condition-based surveys to support design processes.
• Process survey data into route design using CAD software.
• Plan and deliver own workload for overhead construction projects.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Ability to quickly master new systems and equipment

Excellent communication skills

Ability to process complex datasets

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Computer Aided Design experience

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Overhead Line Surveyor to join our Regional Operations Department. We are looking for an Overhead Line Surveyor to predominantly cover the West Yorkshire Area; however, you may be required to work in other areas when required.

The energy industry is advancing with investment in smart technology innovation and Northern Powergrid, as the company responsible for powering everyday life for 8 million customers across 3.9 million homes and businesses in the Northeast, Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire, is at the forefront of delivering a power network that meets the region’s needs, now and in the future.

As a dedicated Overhead Line Surveyor you will be an integral part of achieving this, while always striving to keep our customers power flowing. You will be responsible for the provision of a survey and design facility to the Team in support of HV and LV overhead construction projects.

We’re excited to hear from individuals with a passion for the company and a desire to succeed. Apply now and we’ll be in touch!

Along with a competitive salary between £39,937 - £53,711 (Tech App 7-13)

25 days holiday – rising with length of service

We’re excited to hear from candidates with a passion for our company and the industry and a desire to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertaking topographical and/or condition-based surveys in order to support the design process and establishing optimal routes for Overhead Line Construction projects using a variety of techniques and technologies from traditional Theodolites to Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).
• Being one of the qualified Northern Powergrid Unmanned Aircraft System pilots reacting to requests for aerial image capture of company assets and carrying out damage assessments while helping to influence and find innovative methods of how this emerging technology can be utilised in the future.
• Processing of survey data into route design using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software packages. Preparation of construction plans, schedules and other relevant documentation and information for inclusion in project files.
• Meet with external stakeholders (landowners, tenants, land agents etc.) and liaise with internal colleagues (Construction Engineers, Design Engineers and Wayleaves) to identify issues, problem solve and agree optimum routes taking into consideration the needs of all parties.
• Planning and delivery of own workload to meet the requirements of Overhead Construction, Connection & Diversion work programmes while maintaining flexibility to react to changing priorities as they arise.
• Self-motivated individual with a passion for the outdoors who can work individually or as part of a team, seeking out and suggesting innovative working methods to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Ability to process complex datasets and effectively interpret information from a variety of sources, including analysis, problem solving and suggesting solutions.
• Effectively deal with conflicting priorities while demonstrating sound time management capabilities to deliver for internal and external customers when they need us.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to listen and understand requirements while negotiating the best outcome for external stakeholders as well as internal colleagues.
• Proactively works towards and promotes the business’ goals, recognises and promotes safety & customer service as paramount

Qualifications and Attributes

Essential Qualifications & Attributes:

• Full UK driving licence
• Drive to learn and develop
• Ability to quickly master new systems and equipment
• Whilst an understanding of overhead line construction specifications and techniques, or land surveying would be a distinct advantage, we welcome applications from individuals with related transferable skills

Desirable Qualifications & Attributes:

• HNC in Electrical Engineering
• Computer Aided Design experience

Closing date for applications: 5 June 2026

In order to comply with our electricity distribution licence, we have to ensure our colleagues are fit and proper to visit and enter our customers’ premises. Consequently, as this role may involve visiting and entering our customers’ premises, please be aware that the successful candidate will be subject to a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please confirm in your application if you are content for this check to be completed.