Luke Jepson-Randall
Whitburn,,West Lothian
Summary
Experienced Distribution Overhead Linesman currently working with Scottish Power, specialising in the construction, maintenance, and repair of LV and HV overhead electrical networks. Highly competent in working at height, fault response, and live network environments, with a strong commitment to health and safety. Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team to deliver projects and restore power under challenging conditions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Distribution Overhead Linesman
Scottish Power
Edinburgh & Borders District
2022.03 - Current
- Install, maintain, and repair overhead power lines and associated equipment
- Maintained excellent customer satisfaction, through prompt resolution of issues
- Respond to power outages and carry out emergency fault repairs
- Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations
- Carry out routine inspections and preventative maintenance
- Collaborate with team members to complete projects efficiently
- Support and mentor apprentices, providing on-the-job training in safe working practices, equipment use, and industry standards
- Demonstrated adaptability, working effectively under various weather conditions
- Carried out fault finding tasks, resulting in swift problem resolution.
- Handled heavy machinery for installation tasks, ensuring job completion without incidents.
Apprentice Distribution Overhead Linesman
Scottish Power
Edinburgh & Borders District
2019.03 - 2022.03
- Took initiative in learning new techniques, leading to improved performance
- Shadowed senior team members to observe established processes and best practices
- Undertook additional responsibilities willingly, displaying commitment towards job role
- Strengthened understanding of business operations by actively listening during briefings and trainings
- Handled customer queries efficiently; ensured positive client relations
Education
SCQF Level 5 - Electrical Power Engineering: Overhead Lines
Forth Valley College
Falkirk 2019.03 - 2022.03
Maths, English, Physics, Computing Science, Design and Manufacture
Penicuik High School
Edinburgh 07/2013 - 08/2018
Skills
- Fault finding & emergency response work
- Understanding of the Distribution Network
- First Aid trained
- Safety consciousness
- Understanding of policies and procedures
- Teamwork
- Public interaction etiquette
- Team Leadership
Certification
Full Authorisation Record Available On Request
- Full UK Drivers Licence - Experience With Towing Trailers
- Basic Emergency First Aid
- Undergoing Training Towards HV Overhead Switching
- Receive Permit To Work - Taking Charge Of Working Party
- Preform and Accompanying LV Live Work
- Drone Operator VLOS
- All Terrain Vehicle - Quad Bikes & Tracked Vehicles
- 360 Excavator Below 10T
- Chainsaw - Maintenance, Crosscut & Stack, Felling of Trees Below 380mm
- Working at height - Pole Rescue, MEWP, Climbing, Roof & Ladder
- Manual Handling
- Prefabricated Scaffolding PASMA
- LOLER Slinger Signaller
- Substation access
- Generator Connection
Affiliations
- CrossFit - Regularly compete at CrossFit events
- Rugby Union - Captained winning 7s squad at Home tournament In 2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Distribution Overhead Linesman
Scottish Power
2022.03 - Current
Apprentice Distribution Overhead Linesman
Scottish Power
2019.03 - 2022.03
SCQF Level 5 - Electrical Power Engineering: Overhead Lines
Forth Valley College
2019.03 - 2022.03
Maths, English, Physics, Computing Science, Design and Manufacture
Penicuik High School
07/2013 - 08/2018