Electrical Asset Inspector

SSE PLC; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking an Electrical Asset Inspector to join their team. In this role, you will perform inspections of primary substations and the LV underground network, ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements. The position requires LV authorisations and experience with substation assets. You will receive a company vehicle and benefits to support your family and wellbeing. This is a full-time, permanent position based in various locations including Basingstoke and Slough.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Training provided

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym memberships

Interest-free loans

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Experience working with substation assets and ability to assess their condition.
• Familiar with COSHH regulations and relevant statutory requirements.
• Good understanding of Electricity Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed inspections using non-intrusive diagnostic methods.
• Gather accurate information to meet health and safety requirements.
• Spot asset defects and ensure safety as the top priority.
• Complete routine battery testing and maintenance.
• Take oil samples to assess asset condition.

Skills

LV authorisations

Inspection of substation assets

Knowledge of COSHH regulations

Understanding distribution inspection procedures

Knowledge of DNO operations

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Base Location: Basingstoke, Aldershot, West London, Slough, New Forest, Southampton or Oxford

Salary: £34,749 - £ plus the following:

• A company vehicle and training provided.
• All tools and equipment required to carry out the role.
• And a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time, 37 hours | Onsite

We have a great opportunity for an Electrical Asset Inspector to join our team!

In this role, you’ll carry out routine safety and condition inspections across our electrical distribution system, with a focus on equipment in our 11kV-33kV primary substations.

Alongside primary substation inspections, you’ll also be involved in battery testing and replacement, underground LV box inspections, gauge checks, and a range of other asset sampling activities.

You’ll need to travel within the region depending on your allocated work area, and a company vehicle will be provided to support this.

You will:

• Carry out detailed inspections of primary substations and the LV underground network using non-intrusive diagnostic methods.
• Gather and record accurate information to make sure all work meets health and safety requirements and company procedures.
• Spot asset defects and raise them through the right channels, always keeping safety as the top priority.
• Complete routine battery testing and maintenance, and check that tools and substation equipment are safe to use and compliant.
• Take oil samples from plant to help assess asset condition and identify issues such as contamination or degradation.

You have:

• Hold LV authorisations, or be actively working towards them.
• Have experience working with substation assets and the ability to assess their condition.
• Be familiar with COSHH regulations and how they apply in practice.
• Understand distribution inspection procedures and the relevant statutory requirements.
• Have a good working knowledge of DNO operations, along with the Electricity Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulations.
• As there is a requirement to travel to various locations, a full UK driving licence is therefore essential.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition - to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. please contact Kim on 01738 344051 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we’ll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.