Now is an exciting time to join Morrison Energy Services (MES) the only Overhead Lines Transmission provider supporting 3 major UK Transmission Frameworks over the next 12-year period:
- National Grid (Great Grid Upgrade Project - GGP)
- SPEN
- SSE
We are currently recruiting experienced Overhead Lines Workers at various levels, including LE1 and Chargehand, Nationwide across the UK.
MES is moving into an exciting period of significant growth with extensive career progression opportunities available in all business areas.
MES is inclusive employer who is committed to safety and ensuring safe and fair working practices. We can offer the following competitive package for this role:
What we can offer you:
- Industry Competitive Salary
- 21 Days Holiday + Statutory Holidays
- Flexible working patterns for additional days off when hitting programme
- Retention Bonus Scheme
- Increased lodge payments (including further uplift for works within M25)
- Employee Referral Bonus Scheme
- Overtime
- Supported Career Progression Development
- Competitive Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Enhanced Family Friendly Leave Entitlements (e.g. Maternity)
- Employee Assistance Programme (for employees & their families)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Online/Virtual GP Services
- Safety focused, inclusive work environment
- Competitive Benefits Platform
- Large discounts with National Retailers (Including Utility Providers, Supermarkets & Restaurants)
Role requirements:
- Installing, building and refurbishing overhead power lines up to 400kV in accordance with industry standards, company procedures, and safety regulations
- Must be mobile to include working anywhere in UK
- Performing pole climbing, rigging and associated tasks to facilitate the erection and dismantling of overhead line equipment
- Inspecting and testing power lines and auxiliary equipment to locate and diagnose problems
- Steelwork and replacement
- Maintenance on any existing power lines
- Responsibility for the safety of yourself and colleagues
- Participating in training to enhance knowledge and skills in overhead line operations
Required Skills & Experience:
- Previous demonstrable experience working with high voltage towers (132-400kV)
- Client authorisation (NG, SPEN, NGED & SSE)
- Working at height
- Proven track record of working with different configurations of conductor and conductor types
- Flexible approach to working