Linesman Chargehand

Description

• A key part of an Overhead Line team to erect poles, change transformers and carry out any other overhead line work that may be required.
• Acquire, maintain and develop own competence in accordance with legislative changes and customer requirements.
• To mentor other team members.
• To lead by example and safely undertake works as directed.
• Install and construct overhead electricity networks to relevant construction standards and exacting quality standards.
• To partake in the risk assessment process prior to project commencement and continually review and report changes to your supervisor.
• Maintain site safety at all times.
• Maintain in good working order issued vehicles, tools and equipment
• Report any concerns regarding SHEQ to the SHEQ team and your manager.
• To ensure that all work is carried out efficiently and in accordance with Company procedures and client/Company distribution safety rules.
• To highlight any concerns, unsafe conditions or acts to your line manager.
• Work as part of a team to ensure the safe, effective and efficient implementation of Freedom’s operations.
• Carry out all work in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of Freedom and its customers.
• To construct/maintain/replace overhead electrical networks up to 33kV.
• Complete all work to high standards.
• Maintain awareness of and conform to Freedom’s SHEQ policy and issued safety instructions.

Requirements

• People with a full driving licence
• NRSWA Operative
• Conform to all instructions stated in method statements and risk assessments.
• People with background as a linesperson.
• To work safely at all times and in line with Company and statutory safety requirements.
• People with experience (Work on Dead Networks, Live LV Working)
• People with IPAF accreditation – Training can be given
• People who can interact with members of the public in a polite and courteous manner.

Benefits

Competitive + Commercial vehicle + Flexible Benefits

Freedom Networks are looking for a Chargehand Linesperson which is a field-based role. The main purpose of this role is to lead and working as part of a team you will be directly involved in a diversity of challenging overhead line projects constructing and replacing out-dated networks. You will also be given the opportunity to develop your career along the way.

Progression is something we value and we will 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.

• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
• Commercial vehicle
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
• Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes.
• Personal development programme
• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice)
• Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance