Overhead Line Inspector

Salary: £30,684 - £36,666 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

We are looking for a self-motivated and enthusiastic Overhead Line Inspection Operative to join our team.

In this role, you will carry out inspections of overhead power lines and associated equipment, recording asset condition in line with company standards and regulatory requirements.

You will support a rolling inspection programme across the South East region, working on networks ranging from Low Voltage (LV) through to 11kV and 33kV. The role is predominantly outdoors, often in all weather conditions and frequently on a lone-working basis.

• Carry out inspections of overhead line assets and equipment across the network.
• Record asset condition accurately in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support annual inspection programmes on LV, 11kV and 33kV overhead networks.
• Work safely and effectively in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.
• Contribute to the ongoing maintenance and reliability of the electricity network across the South East region.

To be successful in this role, you will have a strong commitment to safety, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work independently. You will be organised, reliable, and comfortable working outdoors as part of a field-based role.

Base Location: Portsmouth (Solent Park), Basingstoke (Daneshill), Aldershot or Petersfield.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Onsite

Previous experience within the electricity distribution industry would be advantageous but is not essential, as full training will be provided.

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.