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$41k – $49k per year
Location
In office (Melksham)
Visa
Licensed UK visa sponsor
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 7, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 6, 2026.

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SSE

SSE is a FTSE 100 energy company headquartered in Perth, Scotland, that builds and operates electricity networks and low-carbon generation in the UK and Ireland. Its businesses include SSE Renewables, SSE Thermal, SSEN Transmission and SSEN Distribution, SSE Energy Solutions and SSE Airtricity, backed by a fully funded 33 billion pound five-year investment programme in wind, HVDC links and grid upgrades. It hires power system, electrical and civil engineers, HVDC project engineers, trainee linespeople and cable jointers, fitters, unit operators, analysts, finance advisors and graduates.

Base Location: Melksham Depot.

Salary: £30,684 - £36,666 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time

The role

This is an exciting opportunity to help us drive an increase in our internal delivery capability by supporting Overhead Linespersons to replace and upgrade the network.

You will

  • Drive various HGV’s including Pole Lorries and Unimog’s
  • Deliver poles and materials to site
  • Use HIAB to help install new poles and pole mounted equipment
  • Clear old equipment from site once replaced
  • You may also be required to monitor stock levels of some materials at the teams Project Store and feedback when levels low

You have

  • HGV Class 2 License
  • Experience operating a lorry mounted loader (HIAB)
  • Slinger / signaller experience
  • Fork lift or telehandler license (desirable but not essential)
  • Experience working around Utilities preferably Electricity Networks (desirable but not essential)

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [email protected] / 01738 344051 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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