Pole Erector / Lorry Driver

UK Power Networks; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UK Power Networks seeks a skilled Pole Erector / Lorry Driver in Letchworth. The role involves driving an HGV pole lorry, erecting and replacing overhead line poles, and ensuring all operations meet safety standards. Applicants should hold the required qualifications and be team-oriented.

Benefits

Reservist Leave – Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid

Personal Pension Plan

Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• HGV Class II Licence holder required.
• Qualification in Vehicle & Excavation Banksman and NRSWA needed.
• First aid training certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate an HGV pole lorry to supply and erect poles.
• Assist with site management and safety procedures.
• Diligently follow operational procedures and challenge unsafe practices.

Skills

Team Player

Safety Awareness

Driving Skills

Education

City and Guilds 2304 Level 2 Electrical Engineering

Job description

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This Pole Erector / Lorry Driver will report to the Project Manager and will work within Network Operations based in our Letchworth office. You will be a permanent employee.

You will attract a salary of £41,560 per annum and a bonus of 3%.

If you are successful, you will need to undertake a medical and DBS reference check

Close Date: 23/06/2025

We also provide the following additional benefits

• Reservist Leave – Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid
• Personal Pension Plan – Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)
• Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan
• Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes
• Occupational Health support
• Switched On – scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers’ products
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Programme

Job Purpose

The job purpose of the pole erector/ lorry driver is to drive the pole lorry, supplying poles to site. Erecting new overhead line poles on working sites either before or on the day of overhead line works. To replace and remove old overhead line poles from working sites either on the day of overhead line works. To support all site-based operations as instructed by line manager.

Dimensions

• To drive and operate an HGV pole lorry with HiAb and auger attachment.
• Set up site signage or assist with site traffic management.
• Excavate holes for new poles either with a HiAb mounted auger, mechanical excavator or by hand depending on site circumstances.
• Erect poles by means of either the lorry's crane arm or excavators bucket using suitably rated slings or by hand as part of the site team.
• To be a team player and lead the team.
• Diligently perform the responsibilities within their role in the team.
• Be prepared to challenge unsafe practices.
• Work to the relevant operational procedures, manuals and DSR's.
• Demonstrate a safety culture.
• Always follow all business procedures and company safety policies.

Knowledge qualifications and experience:

• HGV Class II Licence holder
• ALLMI – Lorry Mounted Loader H&A>20T
• Vehicle & Excavation Banksman
• NRSWA Qualification – Sections 1,2 & 3
• Be conversant with HSS 01 080
• Driver Qualification Card (CPC)
• First aid training certificate
• Off Road Driving (BORDA)
• Previous or current UKPN authorisations
• Mechanical excavator training certificate
• Sub Station Entry
• Operate High Reach Vehicle & Plant nr OH (Up to and inc. 11KV)
• Safe Use of Approved Pole Jacks
• Operate High Reach Vehicle and Plant near OH Line
• Operate High Reach Vehicle and Plant near OH Line & LS7 Pole Erection (U.P.S)
• City and Guilds 2304 Level 2 Electrical Engineering
• Off Road Driving (BORDA)

Systems

• Usage of mobile tablet device to receive work instructions and record working time and actual work completed.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment.

Employees will ensure they understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied.

Employees need to be aware that for some craft and operational roles that work at height, or use fall arrest devices, there is an upper weight limit of 116Kg due to maximum safe working load of the safety equipment that is used.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

If you have any queries in connection to this vacancy or your application, please contact us at [e-mail] quoting the vacancy reference number and a member of the team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.