Cable Layer​/Utility Groundworker

Role

Cable Layer / Utility Groundworker at Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks
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Base

Location:

Dundee or Perth

Salary: £29,504 - £34,757 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Onsite

We’re seeking a Cable Layer / Utility Groundworker to join our cable‑laying teams based in Dundee, Tayside. This is a hands‑on, practical role where you’ll be an essential part of groundworks, reinstatement, and runner duties, supporting SSE excavation and cable‑laying projects.

• Be working on a variety of projects to the highest level of care.
• Set up and remove equipment on site to comply with Street Works Legislation.
• Be working on excavation projects.
• Undertake cable laying and reinstatement responsibilities as well as other ad hoc requests.

• A 360 Excavator ticket & NRSWA Street Works ticket as a minimum requirement.
• A hands‑on approach and a readiness to adapt to all tasks provided.
• Worked in a similar role previously.
• Flexibility. Due to the nature of this role, you may be asked to take part in standby duties, responding to faults overnight and at weekends as part of a rota.

A full driving licence is required for this role.

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We’re investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low‑carbon future.

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. Generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Contact  / to discuss how we can support you. We’re dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We’ll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we’ll be taking your application further. If you’re offered a role with SSE, you’ll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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