Lineman (Authorized Person)

Title:
Linesman – LV Network Installation & Supervision

About:
MDE Installations Ltd are seeking skilled and experienced Linesmen to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates with strong LV network experience to take on a varied role involving installation, supervision, and commissioning across key UK regions. All travel and accommodation are fully covered.

The Role:
As an LV Linesman, you’ll be responsible for supervising work parties, performing installations and commissioning of LV monitoring devices, conducting live and dead service joints, and ensuring safe and compliant practices across overhead and underground LV networks. You’ll play a key role in maintaining operational standards, safety, and reporting.

Location:
Scotland (Mainland and Islands) & Southern Region of England
Travel and accommodation provided.

Hours of work:
Full-time; hours vary depending on project schedules.

Qualifications:
Candidates must hold or be eligible to obtain the following electrical authorisations:

• Cat 1a – Entry to ground-mounted substations (up to 11kV)

• Cat 1c – Entry to substations with exposed conductors

• Cat 2a – Supervision under LOA

• Cat 2d – Accompanying Person for LV live working

• Cat 4b/c/e/g/h – Various live working categories (OH, UG, LV panels, testing)

• Cat 5c/d – LV switching on overhead and underground networks

Responsibilities:

• Supervise work parties under LOA safety documentation

• Act as Accompanying Person for live LV work

• Install and commission LV monitoring devices at substations and pole-mounted sites

• Conduct testing, inspections, and commissioning of connections and upgrades

• Complete reports, checklists, and record installation outcomes

• Install, maintain, and repair LV OH and UG networks

• Carry out live and dead service joints and terminations

• Perform LV switching on OH and UG networks

• Conduct site inspections and identify faulty equipment

• Attend client meetings and provide project documentation

• Submit weekly progress updates and maintain records

Essential requirements:

• Proven experience working on LV distribution networks (OH and UG)

• Knowledge of electrical safety protocols and live working practices

• Competency in using commissioning software and LV monitoring tools

• Excellent fault-finding and technical troubleshooting skills

• Full UK driving licence (or equivalent)

• Willing to travel extensively across the UK

Desirable requirements:

• Previous authorisation under DNO or IDNO schemes

• Familiarity with substation environments and switching procedures

• Ability to lead teams and deliver technical updates to clients

Benefits:

• Travel and accommodation provided

• Additional leave

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Excellent training and development opportunities

Schedule:
Full-time, with project-driven flexibility and regional travel.