Job Description
SP Electricity North West manages and invests in the power network that supplies electricity to the 2.4m homes and businesses across the North West. Our 2,400 colleagues manage the 13,000km of overhead lines, 44,000km of underground cables and thousands of electricity substations to keep power flowing and supporting green growth. We’re one of six distribution network operators in the UK and are regulated by Ofgem.
We’re proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry’s most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference.
Now part of the Iberdrola and ScottishPower group, we’re collectively building smarter, greener electricity networks that will get Britain growing by investing in a better future, quicker.
A Fantastic Opportunity: Groundworker
Location: Kendal
Job Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 Months initially)
Starting Salary: £30,102.60
This important operational role will support the delivery of grounds maintenance and overhead line inspection activities within ENWS. As a Groundworker, you will help keep substation sites safe for authorised colleagues to carry out their work, maintaining vegetation, clearing debris and identifying hazards across sites owned and maintained by SP Electricity North West. You will work predominantly independently, joining wider teams when required.
What You'll be doing:
- Carry out vegetation clearance and grounds maintenance at substations and other key sites, using authorised tools and equipment to maintain safe working environments.
- Complete overhead line surveys and post-fault inspections, including high-voltage line patrols to identify insulator defects, clearance issues and other conditions that could cause circuit faults.
- Report hazards and defects promptly, supporting the safe operation and maintenance of the electricity network.
- Respond promptly to customer complaints and issues relating to vegetation and fly-tipping.
- Work predominantly as a lone worker, supporting team activities when operational requirements demand.
- Follow health and safety requirements, use and care for the personal protective equipment provided, and complete work in accordance with company safety standards.
- Use mobile-device applications to receive and follow work instructions, alongside guidance from supervisors.
- Complete allocated tasks efficiently and to a high standard, meeting daily targets.
- Maintain your company vehicle and follow cost-effective fuel practices.
- Represent SP Electricity North West professionally and uphold a positive public image when working on site and responding to customers.
The successful candidate must, at the start of employment have permission to work in the UK without sponsorship.
What we’re looking for:
Training is provided, and we welcome applications from individuals with a range of backgrounds and experience. Relevant qualifications, authorisations and training for the role include:
- H100 authorisation.
- Emergency First Aid at Work.
- Brushcutter, mower and hedge-cutter qualifications through NPTC or Lantra.
- PA1 and PA6 qualifications through NPTC.
- Training in the use of a heat-detection camera.
- Training in the use of an approved live-pole detection device.
- Storm reconnaissance training and authorisation.
What we’re offering
We value your expertise. In return, you’ll receive:
• An annual bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave
• An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
• A market-leading contributory pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We’re proud to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that embracing our differences makes us stronger.
If you need any adjustments or support during the application process, please contact our Recruitment Team at careers@enwl.co.uk or call 0845 366 0092 (option 2).
Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by SP Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a Medical Appointment, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), and a Drug & Alcohol test.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable