Civils Lead

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: Civils Lead

As a Civil Lead you will ensure all sites that require civil work are ready for the jointing team for arrival on site, following all correct company procedures. A jointing bay/track will be excavated allowing safe jointing activities to be carried out. This may include laying of correct cables. When jointing activities are completed, the excavations will need to be reinstated to a high, original standard. You will also be responsible for rectification of customer complaints relating to a civil nature.

You will ensure yourself and your Civils Mate deliver required outputs to a high standard, in accordance with all technical, safety and industry working practices. You will strive to deliver excellent customer service, and work to ensure all appointment obligations to the customer are kept.

The successful candidate must, at the start of employment have permission to work in the UK without sponsorship.

What we’re looking for

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who meet the following criteria:

Have proven working experience in a civil background, both excavations and reinstatements
Use of Cable Avoidance Tools
NRASWA
NPORS Operation (excavation)
Be an excellent written and verbal communicator to manage both internal and external relationships coupled with good numerical skills;
Minor building repair works
Abrasive Wheels
Experienced in safe use of plant and equipment
Be focussed on ensuring excellent customer service;
Be proficient in the use of IT equipment;
Experience in working as part of a team and on your own intuitive;
A UK driving licence is Essential
What we’re offering

We value your expertise and 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 [email protected] 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 nature 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