**Job Description**
An overhead transmission linesman is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of high-voltage overhead power transmission lines and associated equipment. Key duties include:
- Inspecting, maintaining, and repairing overhead transmission lines and towers
- Climbing transmission towers and poles to access equipment
- Operating specialized equipment like bucket trucks and winches
- Responding to power outages and emergency situations
- Adhering to safety protocols and procedures
**Qualifications and Skills**
- Vocational training or apprenticeship in electrical/linework
- Experience working on overhead transmission lines
- Proficient in the use of tools, equipment, and safety gear
- Ability to work at heights and in challenging outdoor conditions
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Valid driver's license
**Visa Sponsorship**
Many overhead transmission linesman roles in the UK are open to candidates requiring visa sponsorship, particularly as the industry faces skills shortages. Employers that sponsor visas may include large utility companies, electrical contractors, and specialized transmission line firms.
The most common visa routes are:
- Skilled Worker Visa - For roles that meet the skill and salary thresholds
- Intra-Company Transfer Visa - For employees being transferred to the UK branch of a multinational company
The visa sponsor will typically handle the application process and provide support throughout. Candidates should have the required qualifications and experience to qualify.
Let me know if you need any other details about this type of role and the visa sponsorship process in the UK.
Skills Provision is searching for suitably trained/qualified Overhead Transmission Linesmen for a company in the United Kingdom.
The employing company is a leading service provider of energy networks and infrastructures.
These positions are ‘roaming’ based, meaning the work is not limited to one set location.
If required visa sponsorship is available.
Role: Overhead Transmission Linesmen
Sector: Energy infrastructure / Electricity transmission
Duration: Permanent
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: Basic rate starts at £19.18 p/h plus additional rate starting at £2.25 p/h applied as per company policy.
Basic rate during induction and winter training period.
Fixed rate during the stand-by period starting at £66 per day.
Benefits
Overtime available at weekends (9 hours winter months/10 hours summer months).
21 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
Life insurance.
Pension plan.
Visa sponsorship for a period of 3 years with a possibility of extension for an additional 2 years, if required.
Accommodation allowance as per company policy.
The Company will reimburse 50% of the initial one-way economy flight to the UK.
Working Hours
Normal business hours are between 7:30 am – 6:00 pm
Summer 26 weeks: 10 hours
Winter 26 weeks: 9 hours
The Role
As an Overhead Transmission Lines worker duties include:
Be able to recognise and control hazards.
Maintain safe working practices.
General Rigging including carrying out pre-use checks of the work/lifting equipment.
Blocking/Clipping-in on both Tension and Suspension (Line) Tower.
Safe use of a Spacer Trolley (bicycle/cart).
Spacering/de-spacering (new/old spacers installation/removal).
Earthing tasks (application of earthing schemes to the OHL conductors).
Safe use of a Platform/Ladder/Plader (work on Tension/Suspension/Line tower).
Jointing (Socks, stockings, permanent joints).
Jumpering.
In-situ steelwork replacement.
Able to understand and read tower drawings (when assembling/erecting).
Install downleads in accordance with diagrams.
Operate effectively as part of a team.
Work in accordance with Health and Safety standards (by following relevant regulations and policies).
Be able to adapt in a changing work environment.
Requirements
A minimum of 3 years of experience in:
Working on HV OHL Transmission Projects.
Steel lattice tower Working at Height experience is essential (up to 75m)
HV OHL Tension/Stringing.
Maintenance work on HV Transmission Lines (lattice towers)
Tower Assembling/Erecting using crane, derrick (falcon)
Formal qualifications (relevant) would be desirable.
Puller/Tensioner, Erection or Tractor winch operator would be desirable.
Valid UK car driving license/International driving permit is desirable- If needed conversion assistance will be given.
Additional:
If applying from outside of the UK applicants will need to meet the Home Office requirements for the Skilled Worker Visa, this includes:
Pass the UKVI IELTS/Provide proof of English language proficiency
Obtain a clear Tuberculosis test (for certain countries)
Clean immigration history
Skills Provision is an ethical international recruitment agency, as such our adverts do not discriminate with regards to age, race, gender, colour, creed, religion, sexual orientation, disability and nationality.
Apply for this job here: https://findajob.dwp.gov.uk/details/14085660