Substation Groundworker

SP Electricity North West manages and invests in the power network that supplies electricity to the 2.4m homes and businesses across the North West. Our 2,400 colleagues manage the 13,000km of overhead lines, 44,000km of underground cables and thousands of electricity substations to keep power flowing and supporting green growth. We’re one of six distribution network operators in the UK and are regulated by Ofgem.

We’re proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry’s most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference.

Now part of the Iberdrola and Scottish Power group, we’re collectively building smarter, greener electricity networks that will get Britain growing by investing in a better future, quicker.

We’re looking for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to help keep SP ENW sites safe, tidy, and fully operational. In this role, you’ll deliver high quality, cost effective grounds maintenance across substations and key network locations, using authorised equipment to manage vegetation and maintain site standards. You’ll also carry out overhead line surveys and complete post fault inspections to support the ongoing safety and reliability of the network.

Primarily as a lone worker, you’ll occasionally join wider teams when required, responding quickly to customer complaints, vegetation issues, and fly tipping reports. You will uphold a positive public image while wearing the required PPE.

Safety and professionalism are at the heart of this role. You’ll apply SP ENW safety policies, complete on site risk assessments, and report safety observations and near misses through our mobile app to support a strong safety culture. You’ll plan your daily workload to meet SLA targets, operate and maintain powered tools safely, and provide accurate information to assist continuous improvement across the team.

Regular training, monthly meetings, and safety briefings will help you stay up to date with industry standards and required authorisations. Candidates should be reliable, efficient, and committed to delivering excellent internal and external customer service.

Please note:

there may be a requirement to work up to two Saturdays per month.

The successful candidate must, at the start of employment have permission to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Although training is provided, we welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who meet the following criteria:

• H100 Authorisation
• Emergency First Aid at Work
• Strimmer, Mower, Hedge Cutter Courses (NPTC or Lantra)
• PA1 & PA6 (NPTC)
• Use of heat detector camera
• Use of approved live‑pole detection device
• Storm Reconnaissance Training and Authorisation

• An annual bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave
• An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well‑known brands
• A market‑leading contributory pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.

We’re proud to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that embracing our differences makes us stronger.

If you need any adjustments or support during the application process, please contact our Recruitment Team at  or call  (option
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Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by SP 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.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

We don’t accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable.