Transmission Line Worker (Visa Sponsorship)
Job Description
About the Opportunity
Skills Provision is working in partnership with a rapidly expanding UK infrastructure organisation specialising in high-voltage transmission line projects. Due to continued growth, we are seeking experienced Transmission Line Workers to support major national electricity infrastructure programmes across the UK.
This role offers long-term stability, competitive hourly pay, a strong benefits package, and Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for eligible international candidates.
What You’ll Receive
- Hourly rate of £22.52
- Paid overtime opportunities
- Statutory UK holidays
- Pension scheme
- Life insurance cover
- Accommodation allowance
- UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship
- Working Pattern
- Summer: 10 hours per day
- Winter: 9 hours per day
- Work schedules are planned in line with seasonal daylight and project requirements.
Your Key Responsibilities
As a Transmission Line Worker, you will play a vital role in the safe construction, maintenance, and upgrading of high-voltage overhead line (OHL) systems. Your duties will include:
- Working in strict compliance with UK health, safety, and electrical regulations
- Carrying out rigging, jumpering, and jointing activities
- Installing, blocking, dressing, and clipping conductors on tension and suspension towers
- Performing spacering operations using approved spacer trolleys
- Applying earthing and add-lead systems to OHL conductors
- Safely using access equipment such as platforms, ladders, and pladders
- Undertaking in-situ steel replacement on transmission towers
- Supporting tower erection and dismantling using cranes or derrick systems
- Reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematic diagrams
- Working collaboratively as part of a disciplined site team
Essential Experience & Skills
To be considered, candidates must demonstrate a minimum of three years’ hands-on experience in high-voltage transmission line environments, including:
- Working at height on transmission towers
- Maintenance of high-voltage overhead lines
- OHL tensioning and stringing operations
- Tower assembly or erection using cranes or derricks (e.g. Falcon systems)
Desirable Qualifications
- Formal electrical or transmission line qualifications
- Experience operating pullers, tensioners, tractor winches, or specialist erection tools
- UK driving licence (assistance available for licence conversion where applicable)
Information for International Applicants
Applicants based outside the UK must meet the UK Home Office Skilled Worker visa requirements, including:
- Evidence of English language ability
- A valid Tuberculosis (TB) test where required
- A clear and compliant immigration history
Useful official guidance can be found via the following UK Government resources:
Skilled Worker eligibility and requirements:
https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/eligibility
English language requirements for UK visas
Tuberculosis testing for UK visa applicants
Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to secure a long-term role within the UK’s power transmission sector, contributing to nationally significant infrastructure projects while benefiting from visa sponsorship, competitive pay, and strong employment conditions.
Equality & Ethical Recruitment
Skills Provision is an ethical international recruitment agency. We are committed to equal opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, race, disability, religion, or nationality.
