Overhead Lines Technician – Field Role (Live LV/33kV)

Alternative Networks (now part of Daisy Group)

Crawley

On-site

GBP 39,000 - 48,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 22 days

Reservist Leave

Personal pension plan

Housing/loan schemes

Season ticket loan

Cycle to work

Green car leasing

Occupational health support

Discounts scheme

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Alternative Networks, now part of the Daisy Group, is hiring a Linesperson to join the Crawley/Brighton Network Operations area. You will deliver network enhancement projects and restore electrical supplies on the UK Power Networks distribution system, including overhead line repairs.

The role requires LV & HV authorisation and safety competency, with a permanent contract and 22 days holiday plus benefits. Close date 04/10/2026. Training and development are provided as part of the role.

Qualifications

LV & HV Authorised and SPN/EPN certificates required.
Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative and in a team.
Knowledge of overhead line construction, maintenance and safety rules.

Responsibilities

Carries out construction, maintenance and reporting of overhead lines and related plant.
Works on service lines, pilots, catenaries and termination equipment.
Patrols lines, reports defects and works near line routes.
Perform live LV work per safety rules and up to 33kV.
Install, disconnect or relocate metering and LV accessories.
Use meters to record readings and assist with measurements.
Rig and inspect scaffolds, perform tree work as needed.
Drive, service and maintain company vehicles.
Switch, isolate and earth circuits when authorised.
Undertake standby duties.