LE1 Linesperson / LE1 Linesman

LE1 Linesman
North East & Yorkshire
Permanent
Up to £50k + Commercial Vehicle + Flexible Benefits

£2,500 Sign-On Bonus
(£1,250 payable in the first month and £1,250 after successful completion of probation)
Direct applicants only – agency applications not eligible.

Freedom’s Network Services team has an exciting opportunity for an LE1 Linesman to join our field-based team working on long-term contracts with Northern Powergrid and other frameworks. This role is key to delivering overhead line projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

Installing, building, and refurbishing overhead power lines up to 11kV.
Changing pole-mounted transformers and installing new service flights.
Supporting fault response and standby rotas.
Overhead to underground conversions (additional training provided if required).
Maintaining site safety and completing risk assessments.
Working as part of a team to ensure safe and effective operations.

What we’re looking for:

Full UK Driving Licence (towing capability – training can be provided).
First Aid, Manual Handling, Working at Height.
Winch Operation (training can be provided).
IPAF MEWP Operation, NRSWA Operative.
DNO Authorisation (up to 11kV & Live Line Working).
Chainsaw Certification, City & Guilds 2322.
Environmental Awareness and Safe Digging Techniques.
Required Skills:

Practical experience of overhead lines work up to 11kV.
Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and its practical application.
Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Benefits:

We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes:

Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
Private Medical Insurance
Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program
Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes
Personal development programme

Founded in 1921, our business has grown from a small electrical contractor to the award-winning, industry-leading company we are today. We are family-owned with a great heritage and we are proud of everything we’ve achieved and all the projects we’ve successfully delivered to our customers over the years. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. We have offices, manufacturing facilities and sites located across the UK. Everything we do at NG Bailey is driven by our purpose: Together we create and maintain exceptional building and infrastructure to enable a society that connects seamlessly, operates efficiently and prospers now and in the future.  We believe in bringing buildings to life and we know that the benefits of our work will be felt by generations to come. We do this by responsibly designing, operating and maintaining buildings, infrastructure and services. The way we do business has remained unchanged since we were founded and it’s what makes us different. We’re proud of our history and look forward to continuing our legacy of almost a century of operational and technical excellence. 

Engineering Division 

Our Engineering division specialises in the design, offsite manufacture and installation of mechanical and electrical solutions, and we have an industry-leading reputation for delivering our work and projects responsibly and sustainably.

Facilities Serivces

Our Facilities Services business provides mechanical and electrical, planned and reactive, integrated building service maintenance. Through innovative energy performance our in-house team of specialists ensure customers' businesses run efficiently, in a safe, secure and sustainable manner.

IT Services

Our IT Services business delivers integrated IT infrastructure and managed services that transform what’s possible in connectivity, data management, and analysis. From iconic buildings and national landmarks to trailblazing projects in all sectors, we are at the heart of the digital revolution, enhancing the performance of organisations and public institutions everywhere.

Freedom

Our Freedom business advise, design, connect, build, maintain, and renew electricity infrastructure assets across the UK.