Overhead Transmission Linesman

Skills Provision is seeking skilled and experienced High-Voltage Overhead Transmission Line Workers for positions throughout the United Kingdom. The employer is a leading service provider supporting the nation's energy networks, with a strong focus on decarbonisation and progressing towards Net Zero. These roles involve "roaming" work, meaning there is no fixed location. For international candidates, visa sponsorship is available. Position: Overhead Transmission Specialists Sector: Energy Type: Permanent Location: United Kingdom Salary £22.52 per hour Stand-by period: Fixed rate starting at £66 per day Benefits Overtime opportunities 21 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays Life insurance Pension plan enrolment Visa sponsorship for up to 3 years, with a possible extension for an additional 2 years Accommodation allowance 50% reimbursement for initial one-way economy flight to the UK Working Hours Standard working hours: 7:30 am – 6:00 pm Summer: 10-hour shifts (26 weeks) Winter: 9-hour shifts (26 weeks) Key Responsibilities Risk awareness: Health & Safety, hazards, working at height Thorough understanding of national and company regulations and standards Maintain safe working practices Perform rigging tasks Perform blocking (dressing) or clipping-in (suspension) on both tension and suspension Line Towers Undertake spacering/de-spacering tasks Safely use a Spacer Trolley for new and old spacers installation/removal Apply earthing schemes (add-leads) to OHL conductors Safely use platforms, ladders, or pladers for work on tension, suspension, or line towers Carry out jointing tasks (socks, stockings, permanent joints) Undertake jumpering tasks Perform in-situ steelwork replacement Read and understand tower drawings for assembly/erection tasks Install down leads in line with provided diagrams Operate effectively within a team Adapt to a dynamic work environment Requirements A minimum of 3 years' continuous experience in high-voltage overhead line transmission projects, including but not limited to: Working at heights of up to 75m on steel lattice towers Maintenance of HV transmission lines High Voltage OHL Tension/Stringing Tower assembly/erection using Crane/Derrick (Falcon) Additional skills/qualifications that would be beneficial: Relevant formal qualifications Experience with puller/tensioner, erection, or tractor winch operation Valid UK driving license or international permit (assistance with conversion available) For International Applicants: International candidates must meet UK Home Office requirements for the Skilled Worker Visa, which include: Passing the UKVI IELTS or providing proof of English proficiency A clear Tuberculosis test (if applicable) Clean immigration history

Skills Provision is a leading service provider supporting the nation's energy networks, with a strong focus on decarbonisation and progressing towards Net Zero.