Tower Linesperson

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discount

Gym memberships discount

Online GP

24/7 counselling service

Cycle to Work scheme

Maternity pay

Adoption pay

Paternity leave

Job summary

SSE is hiring a Linesperson for our South of England operations to inspect and maintain 33kV & 132kV overhead lines. The role is outdoors in all weather, and you will work with a team to keep the power flowing for customers.

Permanent, full-time, onsite with accommodation if you live outside the area. 37-hour week plus overtime; PPE and tools provided; company vehicle with fuel card; 26 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Qualifications

• Proven electrical experience with a strong practical background.
• Demonstrated expertise in working on overhead power lines and tower structures.
• Experience working safely and effectively outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Mainly working as part of a team carrying out various overhead line inspections and maintenance whilst also carrying out work on construction projects on the 33kV & 132kV overhead line network.
• Responsible for the safety of yourself and colleagues, and act as an ambassador for a strong safety culture in everything you do.
• You’ll be required to respond quickly to emergency situations; we want to provide the best possible service to our customers in their time of need. This role can be demanding.

Skills

Electrical experience

Outdoor work experience

Full UK driving licence

Education

DNO Operational Authorisations

Tower Rescue training

Job description

Base Location: Reading, Slough, Southampton, Portsmouth, Aldershot, Andover, Basingstoke, Farnham, Newbury, Oxford, Petersfield, Thatcham, Melksham, New Forest, Poole, Salisbury, Swindon or Yeovil

Salary: £40,525 - £48,427 + overtime available

• 37 hour basic working week with additional hours available as overtime.


• Accommodation/lodging allowance if you live outside of the area.


• Double time on Sundays.


• Working weekends available.


• Full PPE and all tools provided that are required for the position.


• Access to a company vehicle with fuel card.


• 26 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.


• A range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Onsite

We have an exciting opportunity for a Linesperson to join our team based in the South of England.

Even if you live outside of this area, we can provide you with accommodation for the working week.

Operations are responsible for keeping the lights on; we are at the front line on the network. If we find a fault, it is our responsibility to respond to the fault and dispatch our skilled teams to fix it as quickly as possible.

You’ll be part of a great team carrying out various overhead line inspections and maintenance. The role will involve working outdoors in all weather conditions, making sure our customers are never without power.

You Will Be

• Mainly working as part of a team carrying out various overhead line inspections and maintenance whilst also carrying out work on construction projects on the 33kV & 132kV overhead line network.


• Responsible for the safety of yourself and colleagues, and act as an ambassador for a strong safety culture in everything you do.


• You’ll be required to respond quickly to emergency situations; we want to provide the best possible service to our customers in their time of need. This role can be demanding.

You Will Have

• Proven electrical experience with a strong practical background.


• Demonstrated expertise in working on overhead power lines and tower structures.


• Relevant qualifications, such as SSE or equivalent DNO Operational Authorisations, and/or certified Tower Rescue training.


• Experience working safely and effectively outdoors in all weather conditions.


• A Full, valid UK driving licence

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

Flexible Benefits To Fit Your Life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. please contact [e-mail] / 01738 344051 to discuss how we can support you. We’re dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.