Inspections Team Manager

TN United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Team Manager for Maintenance and Inspections to lead a dedicated team in ensuring the safety and quality of inspections for critical infrastructure. This role involves overseeing a diverse geographic area, managing a team of inspectors, and maintaining high standards of safety and productivity. With a focus on customer relations and compliance with regulations, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a vital sector. Join a forward-thinking company committed to a net-zero future, where your expertise will help shape the energy landscape.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym membership discounts

Free online GP

24/7 counselling

Interest-free loans on tech and transport

Maternity leave

Adoption leave

Paternity leave

Qualifications

• Management experience with a successful track record in similar roles.
• Extensive knowledge of inspection processes and ESQCR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of the Inspection programme for Distribution Network assets.
• Conduct Quality Audits for all inspection activities and record findings.

Skills

Management experience

Inspection processes knowledge

ESQCR regulations knowledge

Planning and organizational skills

Communication skills

Engagement skills

Prioritization skills

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Engineering degree towards Chartered Engineer status

Tools

IT systems for work issuance

Job description

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Base Location: Reading, Slough or West London

Salary : £41,583 - £48,296 + car/cash allowance + London Weighting Allowance if based in Slough or West London + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available

We have an exciting opportunity for a Team Manager (Maintenance and Inspections) to join our team!

As the Team Manager, you will have full responsibility for the delivery of the Inspection programme for the Distribution Network assets, including High Risk Site Management and Structural Integrity Reports (SIRs) in your regional area.

You will be responsible for the safety and welfare of a team of Inspectors, overseeing their productivity and the quality of the information gathered.

Roles & responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

1. You will ensure the team has the correct equipment and knows how to operate safely as lone workers when covering a large and diverse geographic area.
2. Use IT systems to issue work, monitor data quality, and authorize timesheets.
3. Lead, develop, and expand your and your team's knowledge of the risks associated with SSEN’s electrical assets, escalating urgent issues immediately.
4. Conduct Quality Audits for all inspection activities and record findings.
5. Maintain and improve customer relations with landowners, stakeholders, and the public, including resolving complaints.

What do I need?

To be considered, you should have:

• Management experience with a successful track record in similar roles.
• Extensive knowledge of inspection processes and ESQCR regulations.
• Ideally, an HNC in Electrical Engineering with industry experience, or an engineering degree working towards Chartered Engineer status.
• Excellent planning, organizational, communication, and engagement skills, capable of delivering within challenging timescales.
• The ability to prioritize and organize effectively, balancing immediate and long-term priorities.
• A current driving license, as travel is required.

About SSE

SSE aims to be a leading energy company in a net-zero world, transforming the grid to provide greener electricity and investing over £20 billion in energy projects.

Part of the SSE group, it powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses, with over 4,200 employees ensuring a safe, reliable electricity supply and investing in low-carbon infrastructure.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships, wellbeing benefits like free online GP and 24/7 counselling, interest-free loans on tech and transport, and family entitlements such as maternity, adoption, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE is committed to inclusivity and will make reasonable adjustments to support your application. Contact us at 01738 344051 for assistance.

We foster an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in our industry.

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Apply online through the 'Apply Now' box. We will contact you after the closing date. Successful applicants will need to pass criminality and credit checks before starting.