M&E Asset Engineering Inspector

Scottish Canals; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outdoor working allowance

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Scottish Canals in Falkirk seeks an M&E Asset Engineering Inspector to safeguard the long-term performance of canal network assets. You will inspect M&E assets, produce condition reports, and support compliance with inspection procedures.

The role is permanent, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a starting salary of £42,706 – £46,668 plus an outdoor working allowance of £850. A generous leave entitlement and pension are provided.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a related discipline.
• External certification in relevant fields is required.
• Membership of a professional body such as IET/IEE is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify certification and maintenance records in SC Database.
• Identify defects and ensure improvements for compliance.
• Assess asset condition and prioritise repairs.
• Produce detailed reports on inspection findings and risks.
• Provide technical advice on asset replacement with other teams.

Skills

M&E engineering expertise

Asset management principles

Heritage and environmental principles

M&E asset inspections

Technical reporting skills

Asset management software

Planning and prioritising work

Explain engineering concepts

Microsoft Office proficiency

Heritage awareness

Education

Degree in a related discipline

External certification in relevant fields

Membership of a professional body (IEE/IET)

Tools

Asset management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Scottish Canals are the custodians of the nation’s canal network and surrounding estates. Our vision is to invest in the canal network to generate lasting benefit for people and communities; celebrating their industrial heritage, ensuring they offer quality green and blue spaces for people and communities and contribute to Scotland’s resilience in tackling climate change.

Our success is rooted in valuing the contributions of our entire team - we care, we create, and we collaborate to continue to deliver a whole range of activities from boating, paddling, walking and wheeling to living and playing and improving what the canals have to offer to our visitors and communities. We also work collaboratively with our partners and stakeholders to contribute to a wealthier, fairer, greener and more resilient Scotland.

As an employer we offer a truly unique opportunity to be part of our team, help us realise our vision and contribute to safeguarding our heritage and ensuring our canals flourish now and in the future.

About the Role

We are looking for an M&E Asset Engineering Inspector to join our team in Falkirk and play a key role in ensuring the safety, compliance, and long-term performance of critical M&E assets across the canal network.

• Carry out M&E asset inspections and produce detailed condition reports, serviceability scores, condition grades, and recommendations in line with Asset Inspection Procedures.
• Support the high-quality delivery of Scottish Canals’ internal M&E inspection programme, including data management and communication with key asset management stakeholders.
• Help ensure legal compliance and the safe operation of M&E equipment across the network.
• Act as Senior Authorised Person, overseeing the lifecycle of M&E systems and equipment.
• Maintain and improve systems to ensure compliance with regulations, Scottish Canals policies and procedures, and key performance indicators.

This is a permanent role with a progressive starting salary of £42,706 - £46,668 (Band E), plus an £850 outdoor working allowance. The post is based on 35 hours per week, worked Monday to Friday.

Scottish Canals offers 224 hours of annual leave, and 6 public holidays, enhanced sick pay, discounted shopping vouchers, a health cash plan, and a contributory pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution.

Primary responsibilities of the role:

• Verify the certification and maintenance records of assets and record such in the Scottish Canals Database system.
• Identify defects, deterioration, or non-compliance with relevant regulations or standards and ensure improvements are implemented to ensure compliance
• Perform assessments on asset condition and prioritise necessary repairs or upgrades.
• Produce detailed written reports on inspection findings and asset condition, including any identified risks, maintenance needs, timelines and works for action.
• Provide technical advice during asset replacement and refurbishment projects in collaboration with Design, Construction, and Maintenance Teams to ensure new assets meet operational requirements.

About You

Qualifications and knowledge required:

• Degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline.
• External certification in relevant fields.
• Membership of an appropriate professional body, such as the IEE or IET.
• Mechanical and electrical engineering expertise.
• Knowledge of asset management principles.
• Knowledge of heritage and environmental principles.

Skills and experience required:

• Experience of M&E asset inspections.
• Strong technical reporting skills.
• Previous use of asset management or inspection software.
• Ability to plan and prioritise work effectively.
• Ability to explain engineering concepts to non-engineering audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• General heritage and environmental awareness.

Qualities & abilities required:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A full driving licence.
• Ability and willingness to travel across the canal network.
• A proactive and self-motivated approach.

Scottish Canals reserve the right to close this vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.