LE3 Linesman / Plant Operator
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 5241 (72% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and Aureos is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Possible 5241 (Electricians and electrical fitters) · 72% match
- Possible 3112 (Electrical and electronics technicians) · 7% match
- Possible 8133 (Energy plant operatives) · 6% match
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5241 Electricians and electrical fitters Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
3112 Electrical and electronics technicians Also possible | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £41,700 |
8133 Energy plant operatives Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
AUREOS are seeking a skilled LE3 Linesman / Plant Operator to perform essential overhead and underground electrical line work and operate various plant machinery to support infrastructure projects.
The Successful Candidate Will Be Responsible For The Following
- Construct, maintain, and repair overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
- Install and remove poles, cross-arms, insulators, transformers, and other line equipment.
- Splice and terminate overhead and underground electrical cables.
- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical faults and outages.
- Operate a variety of plant machinery including, but not limited to, excavators, backhoes, trenchers, and elevated work platforms (EWPs).
- Perform pre-start checks, routine maintenance, and minor repairs on plant machinery.
- Adhere to all safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
- Work effectively in a team environment, often outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
- Complete accurate documentation of work performed, including logbooks and job reports.
- Participate in on-call rotations and emergency response as required.
- Certificate III in ESI - Distribution Overhead or equivalent electrical trade qualification.
- Current LE3 Linesman certification.
- Relevant plant operator tickets/licenses (e.g., HR licence, excavator, EWP, loader).
- Proven experience in electrical distribution network construction, maintenance, and repair.
- Demonstrated experience operating heavy machinery safely and efficiently.
- Strong understanding of electrical safety procedures and regulations.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and work plans.
- Generous Salary
- 25 days Holiday with the option to buy more
- Pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Employee benefits portal.
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Referral Scheme
Whether you are looking for progression in your new role or for your forever job, we will happily welcome your application.
Equal Opportunities
Aureos are an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Electricians and electrical fitters (SOC 5241) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~99k in sample- Middle half £31,720–44,824
- Median £38,376
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Aureos holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 5241 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.