Trainee Linesperson

Base Location: Reading, Oxford , Swindon

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time

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

Total Reward package once qualified: Circa £55k OTE

- Base salary: £34,749 - £40,939 + overtime + standby payments.

 What we provide:

- Fully funded training for you to become a qualified Linesperson.

- All tools and PPE required for the role.

- A skills-based pay matrix so your salary increases as you develop your skills.

- Opportunity to earn overtime (eligibility to earn overtime subject to technical skills sign off).

- On joining you will also have access to range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing.

 The role

Keeping the lights on, that's the strapline but for our skilled teams it's much more than this. The work you will do is vital, impacting our customers as they go about their day. A Linesperson is at the heart of our network, helping us to power change through maintaining and upgrading the electricity network.

SSEN are currently looking for a Linespersons Trainee, upskilling to Linespersons to join our team. This is an opportunity to develop an exciting career and further authorisations within SSEN.

 Linespersons Programme:

The programme lasts 18 to 24 months, starting with an initial course at our training school before moving on to hands-on experience with an experienced Linespersons team. During this time, you’ll build a portfolio of work to gain authorisations for network operations. The training combines technical, academic, and practical learning, allowing you to earn while you learn and work toward a nationally recognised qualification.

By the end of the programme, you’ll have gained valuable skills, on-the-job experience, and an industry-recognised qualification, opening doors to a rewarding career in the energy sector and contributing to net zero. The role is demanding and involves working outdoors in all weather, responding quickly to emergencies, and being available for out-of-hours duties, including storm response. Whether you’re changing careers or seeking growth in a fast-expanding industry, this programme offers a solid foundation for success.

 You will

- Undertake work on our overhead electricity network, responding to faults, repairing and/ or replacing as required.

- Constructing new, upgrading existing and installing bespoke solutions on the LV, 11kV and 33kV network.

- Be responsible for the safety of yourself and colleagues, acting as an ambassador for a strong safety culture in everything you do.

- Act as a strong ambassador for SSE Power Distribution, providing excellent customer service with a flexible approach when called upon for fault conditions.

- Work on poles and towers within our network.

 You have

- A natural ability to build relationships with customers, stakeholders and members of the public.

- Experience of working at height and be comfortable working in an outdoor environment in all seasons.

- A thirst for knowledge and training, and be able to pick up new skills quickly, working with others within a team to achieve common goals and adjusting your behaviour to reflect the diversity of our workforce and customer base.

- A strong focus on Health & Safety and will adhere to our company motto “if it's not safe, we don't do it.”

- An ability to use your initiative and plan to make sure that you have the proper equipment for the job at hand and be resilient to the continual changes within our sector and always focussed on delivering great results.

- A flexible approach to work and understand the need to complete tasks effectively, to a high standard of quality whilst observing the highest levels of health and safety adherence always.

Due to the nature of the role, there could be overnight stays required and it is essential that you have a full driving licence.

About our Business

SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net-zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change, we're looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net-zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger – an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact laura.morrison@sse.com / 01738 341814.

EXTERNAL: Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

INTERNAL: As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.

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