Overhead Line Worker

Morson Talent; Rishton; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Authorised Overhead Line Worker for a permanent role in Blackburn. You will be part of a skilled team, working on the 132kV/33kV overhead electricity network, ensuring construction, maintenance, and inspections. Ideal candidates will have relevant DNO experience, a City & Guilds diploma, and strong communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits including company van and pension are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company Van

Company pension

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Bonus opportunities

Career progression & training pathways

Qualifications

• LE1 grade or equivalent with DNO experience.
• Authorisation to receive safety documents.
• Strong understanding of safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Construction, maintenance, inspection, and fault-finding activities.
• Working on the 132kV/33kV overhead network.
• Maintaining and inspecting overhead plant.

Skills

DNO experience on 132kV/33kV transmission systems

Clear communication skills

Team player

Customer-focused

Education

City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering

Minimum of 5 GCSEs or equivalent

Tools

Wood pole experience

HGV licence

Job description

Overview

Job: Overhead Line Worker
Contract: Permanent
Location: Blackburn
Salary: £39,028 - £40,535

The Role

We\'re seeking an Authorised Overhead Line Worker to work on the overhead electricity network. As part of a skilled team, you\'ll take on construction, maintenance, inspection, and fault-finding activities in line with your level of authorisation.

You\'ll work on the 132kV/33kV overhead network, including construction, refurbishment, fault location, and repairs — during both normal hours and out-of-hours as part of a 24-hour standby rota. You\'ll also help maintain and inspect overhead plant to ensure ongoing reliability.

What We\'re Looking For

• LE1 grade or equivalent with DNO experience on 132kV/33kV transmission systems (erection & wiring)
• City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering
• Authorisation to receive safety documents and apply additional/drain earths
• Strong understanding of safety systems and risk assessments
• Customer-focused with clear communication skills
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weathers & antisocial hours
• Team player, well-organised, and able to complete work documentation
• Minimum of 5 GCSEs or equivalent

Desirable

• Wood pole experience (33kV) & trident construction (132kV)
• HGV licence
• DNO LV & HV overhead authorisations
• Experience operating plant
• Street works qualification
• Computer literacy

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Company Van
• Company pension
• 26 days holiday + bank holidays
• Bonus opportunities
• Career progression & training pathways

How to Apply

Apply now send your CV to (url removed) or click Apply below to join one of the UK\'s most innovative and future-focused electricity network operators