Overhead Lines Operative (Edinburgh)

Responsibilities

• Complete training, assessments, and authorisation processes during the training period.
• Carry out hazard and defect clearance on distribution overhead line assets.
• Support planned and reactive overhead line maintenance in line with work instructions and safety rules.
• Ensure all work is undertaken safely and in compliance with company policies and health and safety legislation.
• Follow instructions from authorised supervisors and apply safe systems of work at all times.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions and varied terrain, assessing site and environmental conditions.
• Use vehicles, tools, and plant safely once trained and authorised.
• IT literate and competent in the use of SPEN‑issued devices (e.g. iPad, mobile phone)
• Work effectively as part of a team to support safety, productivity, and service delivery.
• Maintain a professional approach when working in public areas and on customer premises.
• Minimum Requirements
• No previous overhead line experience required - full training provided.
• Must be able to provide evidence of suitable physical fitness
• Previous experience in a utility support role would be advantageous.
• Commitment to completing the six-month training programme.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Full UK driving licence (HGV Class 1 desirable but not essential).
• Demonstrates knowledge of customer service principles and a commitment to positive customer engagement.
• Overtime:
• Monday - Saturday (8pm-midnight): Time and a half
• Monday - Saturday (midnight-8am): Double time
• Sunday: Double time
• Overtime is not mandatory.

Benefits

Additional Information

Overhead Line Operative Location(s) available: Ayrshire, Central & Fife, Dumfries & Stranraer, Edinburgh & Borders and Lanarkshire Salary - up to £32,350 (DOE) plus a strong benefits package and excellent career progression opportunities Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 08/06/26 Why SP Energy Networks SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world's largest integrated utility companies and a global leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses across Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales, and the North West of England. We operate over 4,000 km of transmission cables and overhead lines, connecting key infrastructure such as wind farms into the electricity system. This places us at the heart of Scotland's ambition to achieve Net Zero by 2044, a responsibility we take seriously. Help us create a better future, quicker Our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating a safe working environment where individuals are encouraged to take pride in their role, share ideas, and take ownership of their career. We actively support development and progression, growing our talent from within. Role We are recruiting Overhead Line Operatives to support the maintenance of the distribution overhead line network across multiple districts. As part of this role, the candidates will receive appropriate training to carry out hazard and defect clearance activities on distribution overhead lines. This is an operational role, playing a key part in maintaining a safe, reliable electricity network and supporting the transition to a low-carbon future. You will help protect the integrity of overhead line assets supplying electricity to local homes, businesses, and communities. All training, tools, and PPE will be provided. Once training is complete and relevant Company Authorisations are achieved, the role will focus on planned and reactive hazard and defect clearance work. Standby and overtime opportunities will be available, subject to business requirements.

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