Craftsperson; Lines

Position: Craftsperson (Lines)
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

* Expert knowledge in Overhead Construction, Maintenance and fault location on overhead networks
* Sound knowledge of Energy Networks policies, procedures and working practices
* Sound knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation.
* Awareness of network development policies and procedures.
* Working knowledge of network and business data and network management systems.
* Contract & Service Level Agreement (SLA ) management and general commercial & regulatory awareness.
* Ability to devise solutions to complex problems/challenges.
* Ability to communicate with customers and colleagues.
* Experience in the use of electrical test equipment.

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.  At Scottish Power, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow.

That’s why our benefits include:

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network – connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system.

It’s a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland’s ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we’re taking it very seriously. We’re investing >£5.5 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, Scottish Power can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.
#J-18808-Ljbffr