Distribution OHL Operative

Enwl

Distribution OHL Operative

£38790

Enwl, Green Bank, Blackburn with Darwen

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: dbd13e2b66ab4d419db94f4a63f8a622

Full Job Description

  • Are qualified to NVQ or City & Guilds level 2 or equivalent;

  • Hold a current HV/LV/Limited Authorisation for overhead line work on the Electricity North West network or other DNO.

  • Have proven experience working at height;

  • Are fully proficient in the use of overhead line equipment, winches, MEWPs, tracked excavators etc.;

  • Are qualified to carry out pole top rescue;

  • Have extensive knowledge of the safety requirements for working on and around overhead power lines;

  • Have experience of leading and/or being a member of a working party under a safety document;

  • Are familiar with working in accordance with Health and Safety, Environmental and Quality policies, processes and procedures;

  • Hold a full, valid UK driving licence (essential) with a HGV licence (desirable);

  • Are experienced in off road driving;

  • Are customer focused with the ability to communicate with both internal and external customers (essential);

  • Can demonstrate the ability to complete paperwork relating to work based activities (essential);

  • Have a working knowledge of computers and mobile devices (desirable).

    Electricity North West has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Distribution OHL Operative to join our inclusive team. This full-time role is based across Lancashire and offers a salary of up to £38,789.81 per year with excellent benefits.


  • At Electricity North West, we thrive on being part of a customer focused team that likes to put their people first. We are committed to building our teams to represent the local communities we serve and promoting the importance of inclusivity at work. Our aim is to always encourage, support and develop our people to ensure everyone reaches their full potential.

    We have an opportunity for experienced Overhead Line Workers to join our distribution team in the Walkden and Blackburn areas.

    The team are responsible for carrying out the maintenance, repair and refurbishment activities on our overhead lines so that our customers can enjoy a reliable and efficient electricity supply., Please reach out to our team today to apply for this full-time Distribution OHL Operative position in the Lancashire area. We'd love to help you get your next role and enable you to fulfil your professional ambitions.

    We're champions of the North West, and we're proud that our electricity network connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between. A key part of the UK's journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of our electricity industry, and as the region's network operator, it's our responsibility to lead the way, help the North West to decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy. Together we have the energy to transform our communities. We are switched on. We are adaptable. We take pride.

    Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a Medical Appointment, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and a Drug & Alcohol test.

    Pulled from the full job description
  • Company pension

  • Employee discount

  • Private medical insurance, You'll receive a salary of £37,347.83 to £38,789.81 and a great benefits package for your knowledge, expertise and flexibility. We are committed to ensuring our people are supported and are proud of our reward and benefits offer, which includes:

  • An annual bonus scheme

  • Twenty-five days annual leave increasing with length of service

  • Private healthcare

  • An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands

  • A market-leading contributory pension scheme

  • Employee assistance programme and opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.