FG - Linesman - Operations T&E

Freedom Networks are currently recruiting for an Overhead Linesman, which will be field based.

Job Role:
The main purpose of this role is to work in a team to achieve delivery to time, safety regulations, quality standards and project specification. The role reports directly to the Chargehand Linesman.

Principle Accountabilities / Objectives:

• Install, build and refurbish overhead lines up to 33kV.
• Carry out all work in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of Freedom and its customers.
• Maintain and develop own competence in accordance with legislative changes and customer requirements.
• Work as part of a team to ensure the safe, effective and efficient implementation of Freedom’s operations.
• Liaise with third parties to ensure the smooth implementation of work.
• Maintain awareness of and conform to Freedom’s SHE policy and issued safety instructions.
• Maintain site safety at all times and complete daily risk assessments where required.
• Conform to all instructions stated in method statements and risk assessments.
• Ensure that accidents and near misses are suitably reported.
• Report any concerns regarding SHE to the SHE team and your Manager.
• Adhere to Freedom’s values
• Complete all work to high standards.

Competency/Skills/Knowledge/Qualifications:Required Qualifications:
oDriving Licence & able to Tow (Training can be given)
oFirst Aid
oManual Handling
oWorking at Height
oWinch Operation (Training can be given)
oIPAF MEWP Operation
oNRSWA Operative
oDNO Authorisation (up to 33kV & Live Line Working, Receive PTW, LV Linking, Polarity Training, Sub-Station Entry) UKPN authorisation can be applied for off your DNO authorisations.
oChainsaw Certification
oCity & Guilds 2322
oEnvironmental Awareness
oSafe Digging Techniques

Required Skills:

• Minimum level of training and experience in the electricity industry.
• Practical experience of Overhead Lines works up to 33kV.
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and its practical implications.
• Strong Communication skills.
• Excellent team worker

Salary plus benefits: Sick pay, pension, holidays, Lodge, Travel (For overseas workers), CoS
LE2 starting at £35k
LE1 starting at £47k

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.
You will be working as part of a team where we are committed to creating a culture where we treat each other fairly and with respect, recognising everyone as an individual.
Progression is something we value and we’ll 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