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Labourer - Powercare

UK Power Networks
Construction
Construction
Negotiable
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Description

Location
Bidder Street, London office with travel across the LPN Footprint of UK Power Networks

Hours
Permanent full-time role including participation in an out of hours standby rota

Salary
£36,273 per annum plus 3% bonus

About the Role
This Labourer role reports to the Senior Agent and is part of the Powercare team within Network Operations. You will work as part of a 2-person excavation team carrying out excavation, backfill, and reinstatement works on Faults, Small Service, and Unmetered Connections work streams within the UK Power Networks LPN Distribution Licence area. Responsibilities include performing risk assessments, maintaining safe working practices, operating handheld IT equipment to receive job instructions and record site information, and ensuring quality of works meets current procedures and guaranteed service standards. Security of vehicle, tools, plant, and equipment is a top priority. You will also be expected to undertake other reasonable responsibilities as required and act as an ambassador for UK Power Networks.

Benefits
22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Reservist leave – additional 18 days full pay and 22 days unpaid
Personal pension plan with personal contributions of 4% or 5% matched by UK Power Networks at 8% or 10%
Tenancy loan deposit scheme and season ticket loan
Tax-efficient benefits including Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing schemes
Occupational health support
Switched On scheme providing discounts on hundreds of retailers' products
Discounted gym membership
Employee Assistance Programme

Requirements

Experience
Experience working on electricity networks and plant operator qualification (mini excavator) are advantageous but not essential. Demonstrating a strong safety culture is important.

About you
You must be committed to safety, health, and environmental responsibilities, able to work effectively as part of a team, and willing to travel within the LPN footprint. You should be prepared to participate in an out of hours standby rota and act as an ambassador for UK Power Networks. A positive attitude towards learning and development is essential.

Qualifications
Essential:
- Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable:
- NRSWA Units 001-003
- CSCS Operatives card
- Emergency First Aid
- Banksman qualification
Training opportunities may be available to develop required competencies if not currently held.

Expiry date: 22/07/2026
Labourer - Powercare
Company:
UK Power Networks
Job Type:
Full-time, Entry Level
Location:
London