Ganger - Powercare

at  UK Power Networks

79385
This Ganger will report to Field Staff Supervisor and will work within Network Operations – LPN Area based in our Bidder Street office, London. You will be permanent employee in our Powercare team.
You will attract a salary of £35,902 per annum and a bonus of 1 - 3%. 19% shifted Allowance £6,821 per annum.
Close Date: 25th August 2024
All applications will be reviewed after the close date.
We also provide the following additional benefits
22 days annual Leave
Personal Pension Plan – Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)
Tenancy Loan Deposit scheme
Tax efficient benefits: cycle to work scheme
Season ticket loan
Occupational Health support
Switched On – scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers products.
Supplier discounts, such as O2, EE, Vauxhall cars, Universal tyres
Discounted access to sports and social clubs
Employee Assistance Programme.
All applications will be reviewed after the closing date.
Job Purpose: To perform excavation, backfill and reinstatement works on Faults, and Unmetered Connections work streams within the UK Power Networks SPN Distribution Licence area and act as a support person (electrical)

QUALIFICATIONS:

NRSWA Units 001-009
Full UK Driving Licence
Towing Licence
Machine Operator ticket
CSCS Operatives card
Emergency First Aid
LV Support Person
Experience working on electricity network
The following skills are not essential for the role but would be advantageous
Trench Support (deep excavation)
Moling qualification
Abrasive Wheel
LV Support Person
Sub-Station Entry
Dumper Driver

Responsibility for all aspects of Safety, Health and Environment relevant to this role
To perform risk assessments and maintain safe working practices
Be able to operate hand held IT equipment to receive job instructions and record site information
Ensure quality of works meets with current procedures
Ensure works are carried out to meet guaranteed service standards
Ensure the security of vehicle, tools, plant and equipment
To work on their own or as lead person in a 2-person excavation team
Be prepared to undertake other reasonable tasks following the requirements of the Company
Be an ambassador for UK Power Networks.