Transmission Engineer (33kV - 132kV SAP)
Location: Oldham, Walkden or Preston
Type: Permanent Staff
Salary: £78,734.28 - £98,700.36
Morson Talent are working in partnership with Electricity North West who are responsible for delivering power to over five million people. They're champions of the North West and are proud that it's their electricity network that connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between.
A key part of the UK's journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of their electricity industry to enable clean, green economic growth. As the North West's electricity network operator, it's their responsibility to lead the way, help the region decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy and a sustainable energy future for all.
In December 2024, Electricity Norh West were proud to be named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said they punched above their weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry's most difficult challenges. Come and be part of the team and make a difference.
The Role
As a Transmission Engineer you will be responsible for the delivery, maintenance and repair of plant and circuits associated equipment at 11kV, 33kV and 132kV.
You will work together with other maintenance, fault and construction engineers to revise the scheduling of individual projects / maintenance activities as required, to ensure the programme objectives are achieved as effectively and efficiently as possible, managing the risk of interruption to supply for our customers.
You must be able to demonstrate the ability to work independently to manage programmes of work through effective planning and resource management displaying effective leadership skills to control and coordinate work.
Key Responsibilities
Delivering construction and maintenance projects at 11kV, 33kV and 132kV
Management of Transmission faults
Day to day management of framework contractors
Managing Customer Interruptions (CI) and Customer Minutes Lost (CML) risk on the 33kV and 132kV network.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Hold a minimum of an HNC level qualification in Electrical Engineering (essential)
Have experience delivering construction projects at 11kV (desirable) with experience at 33kV and 132kV (desirable)
Hold minimum authorisation of 11kV SAP (desirable)
Hold SAP status at 33kV and 132kV (desirable)
Have experience in 33kV and 132kV network operation and maintenance (desirable)
Be focussed on providing excellent customer service (essential)
Be an excellent verbal and written communicator
Be proficient in the use of MS Office
Hold a full, valid UK driving licence (essential).
What Electricity North West is offering
As a vital team member, and in return for expertise, an inclusive approach, and commitment, Electricity North West offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to join a passionate and welcoming team. The organisation is committed to supporting its people and is proud of its reward and benefits package, which includes:
An annual bonus scheme
25 days annual leave (increasing with length of service)
Car allowance or company vehicle
Private healthcare
An employee rewards portal offering discounts on well-known brands
A market-leading contributory pension scheme
Employee assistance programme
Opportunities for professional development through its learning and development function
Electricity North West values its people and is passionate about creating a great place to work — where everyone can be themselves, reach their full potential, and build lasting careers. The company is committed to increasing diversity of thought and talent within its workforce, aiming to recruit people who are representative of the communities it serves. Embracing differences is seen as a strength that makes the organisation stronger.
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