Overhead Line Assessor
* Job Number: 554946
* Closing at: Aug 5 2025 - 23:55 BST
Base Location: One of our SSEN offices or depots in the Southern Electric Power Distribution Plc (SEPD) licensed area - Hampshire, Berkshire, Wiltshire, Oxfordshire
Salary: £43,704 - £51,484 + car allowance + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available
Our Workforce Planning Team is responsible for the succession planning, recruitment management and assessment of Learners within the Distribution Business.
You will
- Deliver an excellent learning journey to our apprentices and enable them to grow and gain the knowledge, skills, experience and behaviours to successfully achieve completion of their apprenticeship programme.
- Monitor and support the Overhead lines or Jointing apprentices to ensure that they have obtained and demonstrated the successful completion of their programme, this will include both onsite practical assessments and reviewing evidence remotely via our online portfolio system.
- Provide support and technical knowledge to the apprentices to ensure safe operational working.
- Have the potential to hold line manager responsibilities and support the Network Learner Team Managers with activities such as managing performance.
You have
We are looking for somebody that has a passion to develop our learners to become the next generation of safe, competent and knowledgeable employees. To be considered for this role, we are looking for you to have:
- Experience working on Overhead Lines as a qualified multi-skilled craftsperson, with a proven track record of working to a safe and high standard in OHL LV and HV.
- Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise effectively at all levels, having the ability to motivate, not just the learners but other key stakeholders.
- The ability to mentor and coach apprentices and those making a career change or enhancing their skills, encouraging them to strive for continual improvements in quality and performance.
- Excellent IT knowledge including Word and Excel.
- An A1 Assessors qualification would be beneficial; however training will be given to enable you to complete your level 3 TAQA/CAVA certificate in assessing which will be required.
About SSE
SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.
, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
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.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Hannah on / 01738 341147 to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
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.
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