Overhead Line Worker

Posted 8 hours 58 minutes ago by M Group Services

Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Job Description
Now is anexciting time to join Morrison Energy Services (MES) the onlyOverhead Lines Transmission provider supporting 3 major UKTransmission Frameworks over the next 12-yearperiod:
  • National Grid(Great Grid Upgrade Project - GGP)
  • SPEN
  • SSE

We arecurrently recruiting experienced Overhead Lines Workers at variouslevels, including Chargehand, LE1 and LE2, LE3 Nationwide acrossthe UK. Relevant experience is required.

MES is moving intoan exciting period of significant growth with extensive careerprogression opportunities available in all businessareas.

MES is inclusive employer who is committed to safety andensuring safe and fair working practices. We can offer thefollowing competitive package for this role:

What we can offeryou:

  • Industry CompetitiveSalary
  • 21 Days Holiday +Statutory Holidays
  • Flexible working patterns for additionaldays off when hittingprogramme
  • Retention BonusScheme
  • Increased lodgepayments (including further uplift for works withinM25)
  • Employee ReferralBonus Scheme
  • Overtime
  • Supported Career ProgressionDevelopment
  • Competitive PensionScheme
  • LifeAssurance
  • Enhanced FamilyFriendly Leave Entitlements (e.g.Maternity)
  • Employee Assistance Programme (foremployees & theirfamilies)
  • Cycle to WorkScheme
  • Online/Virtual GPServices
  • Safety focused,inclusive work environment
  • Competitive BenefitsPlatform
  • Large discounts withNational Retailers (Including Utility Providers, Supermarkets &Restaurants)
  • Rolerequirements:

  • Erecting and reconductoring of existing and new overhead power lines up to 400kV in accordance withindustry standards, company procedures, and safetyregulations
  • Must be willing to work anywhere in theUK.
  • Climbin g, rigging and associated tasks tofacilitate the erection and dismantl ing refurbishment of overhead lineequipment
  • Steelwork andreplacement
  • Maintenance of any existingpower lines
  • Responsibility for the safety ofyourself and colleagues
  • Participating in training to enhanceknowledge and skills in overhead lineoperations
  • Required Skills &Experience:

  • Previous demonstrable experience working withhigh - voltage towers(132-400kV)
  • Client authorisation (NG, SPEN, NGED& SSE)
  • Working atheight
  • Proven track record of working withdifferent configurations of conductor and conductortypes
  • Flexible approach toworking