Overhead Line Technician

The key duties & responsibilities of the OHL Maintenance Technician are:

- To support the Maintenance Manager and Team Manager in the inspection and maintenance operations across the regions.

- To plan, prepare and coordinate inspection, maintenance & repair activities on our 132, 275 & 400kV overhead lines. This will also require out of hours standby duties.

- Responsible for the safety of yourself and colleagues and roll out of toolbox talks and safety briefs.

- Supervise overhead line teams and ensure accurate reporting of KPIs to the Team Manager.

- Engage with relevant stakeholders to ensure clear communication and understanding of the works being completed.

Industry recognised OHL qualification for both wood pole and steel tower access and rescue or proven previous experience in construction, maintenance overhead line activities.

- Knowledge of current operations and maintenance activities, electrical systems and their geography would be beneficial but not essential as informative training will be provided.

- Ability to coach and mentor less experienced colleagues.

- As this role requires travel to operational sites, a full UK driving license is required.

- Safety is a key priority at SSEN and throughout everything you do. You shall possess a high regard for safety, embedding yourself in our safety culture and adhering to guidelines in everything you do. You should be comfortable in challenging any unsafe behaviours or attitudes and engage with your colleagues positively about safety.

SSEN Transmission owns and operates the electricity transmission network in the north of Scotland, transporting energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, providing a safe and reliable supply of electricity to the communities it serves. Home to some of the UK's greatest resources of renewable energy, SSEN Transmission is playing a critical role in the transition to a low carbon future, developing, building, maintaining and operating a network for net zero.

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.