Transmission Linesworker LE1
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are you a skilled Linesman seeking an exciting opportunity to showcase your expertise? We are currently looking for talented LE1 Linesmen to join our dynamic team and work on UK based sites. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality electrical services and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you!
About Us:
At Wood Power Solutions UK, we are a leading provider of electrical solutions in the UK. With a strong commitment to excellence and safety, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch services to our clients. Our team consists of experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and upholding the highest industry standards.
Responsibilities and Duties
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Work at height on a daily basis often involving multiple climbs and/or working on several sites and locations in a day.
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Working to Wood safety rules, principally but not exclusively to DNO projects
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Working off ladders and or conductor access platforms
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Tower steelwork assembly and erection using 360 telehandlers, cranes and self-supporting derricks
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Running out pilot bonds and new conductors under tension
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Conductor replacement including full tension stringing.
- Lead earthing parties, read and authorise safety documentation.
- Demonstrable proven experience of working from 132kV upto and including 400kV overhead lines and lattice towers
- Working in the Construction Industry or in an outside environment
- Operation of specialist OHL Plant and Equipment
- Catenary Aerial Support System (CASS) and fibre optic wrap work
- Temporary mast
- Steel/Tower Erection using as self-supporting Derrick
- Training courses for operation of plant and machinery.
- Basic skills in English and Mathematics
- Full clean driving licence
- Medical / Drugs and alcohol test
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SHEA Power Utility Health and Safety Awareness Passport
- BESC OHL
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Energy & Utilities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Transmission Linesworker LE1 roles across Wood Plc's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Energy & Utilities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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