Overhead Line Worker

We’re champions of the North West and we’re proud that it’s our electricity network that connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between.

A key part of the UK’s journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of our electricity industry to enable clean, green economic growth. As the North West’s electricity network operator, it’s our responsibility to lead the way, help the region decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy and a sustainable energy future for all.

We’re proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry’s most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference. Together we have the energy to transform our communities. We are switched on. We are adaptable. We take pride.

Our Area Operations North team has a fantastic opportunity for an Overhead Worker to join them in Penrith.

Our Role

The team are responsible for carrying out the maintenance, repair and refurbishment activities on our overhead lines so that our customers can enjoy a reliable and efficient electricity supply. You will participate in the construction and refurbishment of the overhead power distribution network and in fault location and repair work. This takes place during working hours and after hours when required, ensuring that interruptions to customers' electricity supplies are kept to a minimum.

As an Overhead Line Operative, you can expect to:

• Report on progress throughout thereby enabling colleagues within the Customer Contact Centre to keep our customers fully informed at all times.
• Be part of the team responsible for the inspection and maintenance of various items of overhead plant.

Who we’re looking for

• Qualified to NVQ or City & Guilds level 2 or equivalent;
• Hold a current HV/LV/Limited Authorisation for overhead line work on the Electricity North West network or other DNO.
• Have proven experience working at height;
• Are fully proficient in the use of overhead line equipment, winches, MEWPs, tracked excavators etc.;
• Qualified to carry out pole top rescue;
• Have extensive knowledge of the safety requirements for working on and around overhead power lines;
• Have experience of leading and/or being a member of a working party under a safety document;
• Are familiar with working in accordance with Health and Safety, Environmental and Quality policies, processes and procedures;
• Hold a full, valid UK driving licence (essential) with a HGV licence (desirable);
• Experienced in off road driving;
• Can demonstrate the ability to complete paperwork relating to work based activities (essential);
• Have a working knowledge of computers and mobile devices (desirable).

What we’re offering

As a vital team member and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach and commitment, we’ll provide a favourable salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team. We are committed to ensuring our people are supported and are proud of our reward and benefits offer, which includes:

• 26 days annual leave increasing with length of service
• An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
• A market-leading contributory pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.

Our people are important to us and we’re passionate about creating a great place to work where we can all be ourselves, reach our full potential and build long lasting careers. We’re striving to increase diversity of thought and talent in our people and to recruit highly skilled workforce that’s representative of the communities we serve. For us, embracing our differences is what makes us stronger.

Should you require any additional support with your application, or any adjustments please contact our Recruitment team.

Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by Electricity North West. Due to the nature of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a Medical Appointment, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Financial checks, BS7858 checks and a Drug & Alcohol test.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. We don’t accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable.