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Freedom Network Services - Overhead Lines Operative

Department:
Freedom Network Services

Job Title:
Overhead Lines Operative

Job Description:
Job Title: Overhead Lines Operative

Job Role:
The role is Overhead Lines Operative and is field based. The main purpose of this role is to work in a team to achieve delivery to time, standard and project specification.

Principle Accountabilities / Objectives:
Install, build and refurbish overhead lines up to 33kV.
Carry out all work in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of Freedom and its customers.
Maintain and develop own competence in accordance with legislative changes and customer requirements.
Work as part of a team to ensure the safe, effective and efficient implementation of Freedom’s operations.
Liaise with third parties to ensure the smooth implementation of work.
Maintain awareness of and conform to Freedom’s SHE policy and issued safety instructions.
Maintain site safety at all times and complete daily risk assessments where required.
Conform to all instructions stated in method statements and risk assessments.
Ensure that accidents and near misses are suitably reported.
Report any concerns regarding SHE to the SHE team and your Manager.
Implement Freedom’s approach to Quality in all you do.
Complete all work to high standards.

Competency: Skills/Knowledge/Qualifications:

Required/Desirable Qualifications:
First Aid
Manual Handling
Working at Height
Driving Licence
CAT & Genny
Winch Operation
IPAF MEWP Operation
NRSWA Operative
IOSH Working Safely
DNO Authorisation (up to 33kV & Live Line Working, Polarity Training, Sub-Station Entry)
Chainsaw Certification
City & Guilds 2322
Environmental Awareness

Required Skills:
Experience within the electricity industry.
Practical experience of Overhead Lines works up to 33kV.
Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and its practical implications.
Strong Communication skills.
Excellent team worker

Main Location:
Nationwide

Job Reference::
FR479