Mar 11
We are seeking an Overhead Transmission Linesman for a company in the United Kingdom that is competent and adequately trained. An industry leader in energy network and infrastructure services is the employing organization.
As an Overhead Transmission Lines worker duties include:
Be able to recognise and control hazards.
Maintain safe working practices.
General Rigging including carrying out pre-use checks of the work/lifting equipment.
Blocking/Clipping-in on both Tension and Suspension (Line) Tower.
Safe use of a Spacer Trolley (bicycle/cart).
Spacering/de-spacering (new/old spacers installation/removal).
Earthing tasks (application of earthing schemes to the OHL conductors).
Safe use of a Platform/Ladder/Plader (work on Tension/Suspension/Line tower).
Jointing (Socks, stockings, permanent joints).
Jumpering.
In-situ steelwork replacement.
Able to understand and read tower drawings (when assembling/erecting).
Install downleads in accordance with diagrams.
Operate effectively as part of a team.
Work in accordance with Health and Safety standards (by following relevant regulations and policies).
Be able to adapt in a changing work environment.
Requirements
A minimum of 3 years of experience in:
Working on HV OHL Transmission Projects.
Steel lattice tower Working at Height experience is essential (up to 75m)
HV OHL Tension/Stringing.
Maintenance work on HV Transmission Lines (lattice towers)
Tower Assembling/Erecting using crane, derrick (falcon)
Formal qualifications (relevant) would be desirable.
Puller/Tensioner, Erection or Tractor winch operator would be desirable.
Valid UK car driving license/International driving permit is desirable- If needed conversion assistance will be given.
Additional:
If applying from outside of the UK applicants will need to meet the Home Office requirements for the Skilled Worker Visa, this includes:
Pass the UKVI IELTS/Provide proof of English language proficiency
Obtain a clear Tuberculosis test (for certain countries)
Clean immigration history
Salary
Basic rate starts at £19.18 p/h plus additional rate starting at £2.25 p/h applied as per company policy.
Basic rate during induction and winter training period.
Fixed rate during the stand-by period starting at £66 per day.
Benefits
Overtime available at weekends (9 hours winter months/10 hours summer months).
21 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
Life insurance.
Pension plan.
Visa sponsorship for a period of 3 years with a possibility of extension for an additional 2 years, if required.
Accommodation allowance as per company policy.
The Company will reimburse 50% of the initial one-way economy flight to the UK.
Working Hours
Normal business hours are between 7:30 am – 6:00 pm
Summer 26 weeks: 10 hours
Winter 26 weeks: 9 hours