Tower Painter
- Location
- Barnsley, United Kingdom
- Work mode
- On-site
- Seniority
- Mid-level
- Salary
- Not stated
- Department
- Tower Painting
- Posted
- 13 Nov 2026
Verified open 14 Nov 2026 · Source: Teamtailor
About the role
Overhead Line Pylon Painter
Help Protect the UK's Critical Electricity Network
We're looking for experienced and motivated Overhead Line Pylon Painters to join our growing team delivering major transmission infrastructure projects across the UK.
Operating nationwide, we have an established portfolio of work throughout England and Wales and are currently expanding our operations into Scotland, creating exciting opportunities for skilled operatives looking for long-term career prospects.
This is a unique opportunity to work on critical overhead electricity transmission infrastructure, carrying out specialist protective coating and corrosion prevention works that help maintain the reliability, safety, and longevity of the UK's high-voltage power network.
Responsibilities:
Surface preparation and treatment of steel lattice transmission towers.
Application of protective coating systems.
Corrosion prevention and asset preservation works.
Working safely at height on overhead line structures.
Maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and environmental compliance.
Progress reporting to site manager
Requirements:
Full UK driving licence.
Working at Height & Rescue.
‘Train The Painter’ Certification or equivalent.
Scottish Power, National Grid, Scottish and Southern energy networks authorisations.
Impressed voltage awareness.
COSHH, manual handling, first aid.
Utilities or infrastructure maintenance experience.
(ATV) All-Terrain Vehicle driving experience.
Benefits:
Modern Company team vehicles
Long-term projects nationally.
Excellent per m2 rate pay and overtime opportunities. With unlimited earning capabilities meaning the more production you do the more you can earn.
In addition, we offer various production-based bonuses that can significantly increase potential annual earnings.
Tax Free Accommodation and subsistence allowances.
Ongoing training and development.
Industry qualifications.
Long-term opportunities within a growing infrastructure business.
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