Overhead Linespersons

Ssen Distribution; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SSEN Distribution is seeking an experienced LE1/LE2 Overhead Linesperson to support a long-term framework across the SSEN network, delivering construction, maintenance and refurbishment of LV, 11kV and up to 33kV overhead lines.

As part of a delivery team, you will undertake live and dead network works, install and maintain assets, carry out testing and vegetation clearance, operate plant and ensure all activities comply with SSEN Electrical Safety Rules and CDM regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience working as an LE1 or LE2 overhead linesperson.
• Current DNO authorisations for dead networks and live LV working.
• SSEN authorisations are preferred, equivalent DNO authorisations will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Carry out overhead line construction, maintenance and refurbishment across SSEN networks.
• Undertake live and dead network works and testing.
• Install and maintain overhead line assets and carry out vegetation clearance and testing.
• Operate plant and specialist equipment and ensure compliance with DNO standards and CDM regulations.

Skills

Overhead Linesperson

LE1/LE2 experience

LV 11kV 33kV networks

DNO authorisations

NRSWA accreditation

EUSR / SHEA Power

NPORS MEWP

First Aid / Emergency response

Driving Licence

Safe systems of work

Job description

Are you an experienced LE1 or LE2 Overhead Linesperson looking for your next long-term contract on the SSEN Distribution Network? Our client is looking for experienced LE1 and LE2 Overhead Linespersons to support the delivery of works across the SSEN Distribution Network. This is an excellent opportunity to work on the construction, maintenance and refurbishment of LV, 11kV and up to 33kV overhead line networks as part of a long-term framework. Job Role As an LE1 / LE2 Overhead Linesperson, you'll carry out overhead line construction, maintenance and refurbishment works across the SSEN network, ensuring all activities are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with SSEN Electrical Safety Rules. Working as part of an experienced delivery team, you will undertake live and dead network activities, install and maintain overhead line assets, carry out testing, support vegetation clearance, operate plant and specialist equipment, and ensure all work complies with DNO standards, CDM regulations and company procedures.

• Previous experience working as an LE1 or LE2 Overhead Linesperson
• Experience working on LV, 11kV and up to 33kV overhead line networks
• Current DNO authorisations for Work on Dead Networks and Live LV Working
• SSEN authorisations are preferred, although equivalent DNO authorisations will be considered
• Pole Top Rescue & Working at Height
• NRSWA accreditation
• EUSR / SHEA Power
• NPORS MEWP and relevant plant tickets
• Emergency First Aid / First Aid at Work
• Manual Handling (Chainsaw qualifications advantageous)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Strong understanding of safe systems of work and risk assessments within high-risk electrical environments. Please note that if the salary detailed is a range, the salary offered will be dependent on experience.