Job Title: Line Worker (Visa Sponsorship)
Employer: Skills Provision
Location: London, Greater London
Salary: £21.97 per hour, with additional benefits
Skills Provision is seeking skilled Transmission Line Workers for exciting opportunities across the United Kingdom. These prestigious roles offer competitive salary packages, enhanced benefits, and visa sponsorship. Join one of the fastest-growing infrastructure firms in the UK, specialising in transmission line projects that power the nation. Join Skills Provision today and advance your career in the UK’s dynamic transmission line sector!
Position Details
- Role: Transmission Line Worker
- Sector: Electrical
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Location: United Kingdom (variable locations)
Working Hours:
- Summer: 10 hours per day
- Winter: 9 hours per day
Key Responsibilities
- Strict adherence to health and safety protocols.
- Comprehensive knowledge of UK regulations applicable to Transmission Line Engineers.
- Rigging operations and tower assembly/erection.
- Conducting blocking (dressing), clipping-in (suspension), and spacering tasks.
- Applying earthing schemes (add-leads) to overhead line (OHL) conductors.
- Performing tasks with discipline and prioritising safety.
- Operating platforms, ladders, pladders, and other tools safely.
- Reading and interpreting schematic diagrams and technical drawings.
- Collaborating effectively within a team.
- Proactive, hard-working attitude.
Requirements
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of experience on high-voltage transmission line projects, including:Working at heights.
- Maintenance of high-voltage transmission lines.
- High-voltage OHL tension/stringing operations.
- Tower assembly using cranes or derricks (e.g., Falcon).
Desirable Qualifications and Skills:
- Relevant formal qualifications.
- Experience operating pullers, tensioners, or tractor winches.
- A valid UK driving licence (support for conversion provided if required).
For International Applicants
Candidates applying from outside the UK must meet the Home Office Skilled Worker Visa requirements, which include:
- Passing UKVI IELTS or proof of English language proficiency.
- A clear Tuberculosis test (if applicable).
- A clean immigration history.
Benefits
- Salary: £21.97 per hour, with additional benefits.
- Benefits Package:
- Overtime opportunities.
- Statutory holidays.
- Life insurance and pension scheme.
- Accommodation allowance.
- Visa sponsorship.
Work Environment
Transmission Line Workers operate in dynamic environments, which include:
- Outdoor work, often at significant heights.
- Physical and technical tasks in various weather conditions.
- Collaboration in a team-focused, safety-first culture.
Skills and Knowledge Needed
- Strong understanding of high-voltage transmission systems.
- Proficiency in using technical tools and interpreting schematics.
- Physical fitness and safety awareness.
- Teamwork and problem-solving abilities.
Education and Certification Requirements
- Formal qualifications in electrical or technical fields (desirable).
- Certification in working at heights or safety standards (advantageous).
- Relevant training in high-voltage line work.
Who Can Apply?
We welcome applications from:
- UK citizens.
- Permanent or temporary residents of the UK.
- International candidates (visa sponsorship available).
How to Apply
Online: Apply directly on the company’s website.