LE1 Linesman
North East & Yorkshire
Permanent
Up to £50k + Commercial Vehicle + Flexible Benefits
£2,500 Sign-On Bonus
(£1,250 payable in the first month and £1,250 after successful completion of probation)
Direct applicants only – agency applications not eligible.
Freedom’s Network Services team has an exciting opportunity for an LE1 Linesman to join our field-based team working on long-term contracts with Northern Powergrid and other frameworks. This role is key to delivering overhead line projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:
- Installing, building, and refurbishing overhead power lines up to 11kV.
- Changing pole-mounted transformers and installing new service flights.
- Supporting fault response and standby rotas.
- Overhead to underground conversions (additional training provided if required).
- Maintaining site safety and completing risk assessments.
- Working as part of a team to ensure safe and effective operations.
What we’re looking for:
- Full UK Driving Licence (towing capability – training can be provided).
- First Aid, Manual Handling, Working at Height.
- Winch Operation (training can be provided).
- IPAF MEWP Operation, NRSWA Operative.
- DNO Authorisation (up to 11kV & Live Line Working).
- Chainsaw Certification, City & Guilds 2322.
- Environmental Awareness and Safe Digging Techniques.
Required Skills:
- Practical experience of overhead lines work up to 11kV.
- Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and its practical application.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Benefits:
We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes:
- Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
- Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
- 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
- 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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