HGV Driver / Overhead Line Workers Mate

SP Electricity North West manages and invests in the power network that supplies electricity to the 2.4m homes and businesses across the North West. Our 2,400 colleagues manage the 13,000km of overhead lines, 44,000km of underground cables and thousands of electricity substations to keep power flowing and supporting green growth. We’re one of six distribution network operators in the UK and are regulated by Ofgem. 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. Now part of the Iberdrola and ScottishPower group, we’re collectively building smarter, greener electricity networks that will get Britain growing by investing in a better future, quicker.

As the successful candidate, you must live within a 30 minute drive of CA2.

A Fantastic Opportunity: HGV Driver / Overhead Line Workers Mate

As HGV Driver you will drive a variety of vehicles which require an HGV Licence, load and unload vehicles using a vehicle mounted crane or forklift as required, and secure load for transit. You will also operate plant on site as required and in line with individual training and authorisation. You will also have the opportunity to assist Overhead Line Workers with the inspection, maintenance, repair and construction of the overhead electricity supply network. The successful candidate must, at the start of employment have permission to work in the UK without sponsorship.

What we’re looking for

• HGV (C+E) clean licence;
• Valid CPC card;
• Plant operating experience;
• Route planning experience;
• Experience carrying out vehicle checks;
• Load handling experience;
• Experience maintaining logbooks;
• Be willing to work outdoors in all weathers;
• Be self-motivated and able to work unsupervised;
• Flexible and prepared to work some antisocial hours;
• Ability to complete required paperwork promptly and accurately.

What we’re offering

• An annual bonus scheme
• 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 Commitment to Inclusion

We’re proud to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that embracing our differences 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 SP 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) check 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.