Overhead Linesperson (LE2) 

Location: Basingstoke
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Flexible Benefits

Freedom has an opportunity for an Overhead Linesperson to join our team delivering overhead line projects, including construction and replacement of existing networks. This role offers the chance to work on a variety of challenging projects while developing your skills and progressing your career within the business.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

• Carry out construction, maintenance and replacement of overhead electrical networks up to 33kV.
• Erect poles, replace transformers and undertake a range of overhead line activities.
• Work safely at all times in line with company policies, procedures and statutory requirements.
• Participate in risk assessments and monitor works to identify and report any changes.
• Ensure all work is delivered efficiently and to high quality standards.
• Follow all method statements, risk assessments and safety instructions.
• Maintain site safety and report any SHEQ concerns.
• Mentor and support other team members on site.
• Maintain tools, equipment and vehicles in good working order.
• Engage professionally with the public and stakeholders where required.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Experience working as an Overhead Linesperson.
• Experience working on dead networks and live LV systems.
• NRSWA Operative accreditation.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety practices.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Professional and courteous approach when interacting with the public.

Desirable:

• IPAF accreditation (training can be provided).
• Driving licence with C1+E category.
• City & Guilds 2339 (formerly 2322).
• NPTC Chainsaw qualification.

Benefits

We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes:

• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes
• Personal development programme

Next Steps: 

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.  

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. 

About Us 
 

Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies

Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be

 

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