Overhead Linesman – Full Time – Peterborough

Catering; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus (5%)

Pension

25 days holiday

Company phone

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

ARCA Consulting is recruiting on behalf of a leading UK energy and infrastructure business for an experienced Overhead Linesman (LE1) to join its transmission and distribution team. This permanent role may be based in Peterborough or anywhere in the UK with travel flexibility, supporting 132kV/400kV projects.

You will work on overhead line construction, install conductors, mentor LE2 Operatives, read drawings, and ensure RAMS and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Significant LE1 experience within transmission and distribution.
• Experience on 132kV/400kV OHL projects.
• Knowledge of RAMS, working at height and safe systems of work.
• National Grid competencies.
• Ability to read construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Overhead line construction, foundations, tower erection and conductor stringing.
• Installation of conductors, earth wires, insulators and fittings.
• Maintenance, refurbishment and dismantling of OHL assets.
• Work to RAMS and HSEQ requirements.
• Mentor LE2 Operatives and Trainees.
• Maintain high safety, quality and productivity standards.
• Identify and report safety and programme issues.

Skills

OHL experience

Leadership

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Driving licence

Job description

Overhead Linesman (LE1)

Location: Peterborough – Can be based anywhere in the UK with travel flexibility

UK Wide Projects

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Shift Pattern: 10-hour shifts | Weekend on / Weekend off
Travel: Site-based with regular UK travel and overnight stays
Role Type: Permanent, Full-time

ARCA Consulting is recruiting on behalf of a leading UK energy and infrastructure business for an experienced Overhead Linesman (LE1) to join its growing transmission and distribution team.

Our client delivers specialist engineering and operational services across the UK energy and utilities sector, including high-voltage networks, renewables and grid connection projects.

The Role

As an Overhead Linesman (LE1) you will support the safe and efficient delivery of overhead line construction projects, working alongside the OHL Foreman and providing technical guidance to LE2 Operatives and Trainees.

• Overhead line construction, including foundations, tower erection and conductor stringing.
• Installation of conductors, earth wires, insulators, fittings and associated equipment.
• Maintenance, refurbishment and dismantling of existing OHL assets.
• Working to RAMS, drawings, specifications and HSEQ requirements.
• Supporting and mentoring LE2 Operatives and Trainees.
• Maintaining high standards of safety, quality and productivity.
• Identifying and reporting operational, safety and programme issues.

About You

We’re looking for an experienced OHL professional with:

• Significant LE1 experience within transmission and distribution.
• Proven experience on 132kV400kV OHL projects.
• Strong knowledge of RAMS, working at height and safe systems of work.
• Relevant National Grid competencies.
• Ability to read construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable: National Grid Competent Person Authorisations, First Aid, Rescue from Height, CPCS, EUSR/CSCS and lifting or rigging experience.

Package & Progression

• Competitive salary
• 5% company + 5% personal performance bonus
• 5% matched pension contribution
• 25 days’ holiday
• Company phone
• Company socials
• Ongoing training and development
• Clear progression towards Chargehand, OHL Foreman and senior leadership positions

If you’re an experienced Overhead Linesman (LE1) looking for your next opportunity within the UK’s growing energy infrastructure sector, ARCA Consulting would like to hear from you.

Salary: £55000 – £70000/annum + Overtime + Bonus + Travel allowan

Job Type: Permanent

Location: PE1, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire