General information

Vacancy details

Job Title

Clerk of works

Grade

Chargehand Linesperson

Vacancy location

Location

NORTHERN IRELAND, Northern Ireland, NIE Various NI

Candidate criteria

Minimum Level of Education Required

Other

Shortlisting Criteria

• Essential Criteria
• A working knowledge of the NIE Networks Safety Rules
• Demonstrable capability to promote a strong safety culture, including intervening promptly to challenge unsafe behaviours and stopping work where necessary to prevent risk or harm.
• Practical knowledge of overhead line construction methods, including working at height and lifting operations
• A fully qualified Overhead Linesperson with a minimum of three years post apprenticeship experience, or A minimum of three consecutive years working in a Linesperson role on the overhead lines network
• Practical understanding of CDM duties, temporary works principles, and electrical safety requirements specific to overhead lines.
• Previous experience in interpreting drawings, specifications, and network schematics.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to verify measures and appropriately challenge claims.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications to support reporting and data analysis.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively to sites.
Desirable Criteria
• Relevant industry accreditations for working on Overhead Lines, such as MEWP operations, winch operation, Appointed Person/Lifting Supervisor certification.
• Experience within an electricity utility or Overhead Lines contractor (3 years or more) delivering construction or refurbishment programmes.
• Knowledge of relevant standards including BS EN standards for overhead lines equipment, and associated en

Personal Competencies

• Integrity
• Flexiblity & adaptability
• Interpersonal skills
• Personal Effectiveness
• Highly Effective Management Skills

Specific Expertise

Other

Employment Details

Contract Hours

42.50

Attachments

Attachment

Clerk of Works Role Spec 11 May 2026.docx (876 Kb)  

Criteria Form

clerk of works criteria form.docx (53 Kb)