Tree Cutting Quality & Safety Inspector

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Oxford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Tree Cutting Quality & Safety Inspector based in Oxford. This pivotal role entails overseeing tree cutting contractors, ensuring compliance and safety standards, and managing project-related tasks. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-driven, and proactive with utility arboriculture experience, contributing to a greener energy vision.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

24/7 counselling service

Interest-free loans on tech and transport

Cycle to Work scheme

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Keen eye for detail and proactive.
• Hold a full, clean manual driving license.
• Experience in managing project changes and contractor coaching.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contractors ensuring safety and compliance.
• Manage project works and inspections.
• Conduct on-site engagements to ensure SHE compliance.

Skills

Utility arboriculture knowledge

Safety-focused

Communication skills

Problem-solving

IT literacy

Education

No specific qualification required but UA 1, UA5.1/5.2 are desirable

Job description

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Base Location: Oxford

Salary: £34,749 - £40,939 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

• 37 hour working week.
• Full PPE and tools required for the position.
• Access to a company vehicle.
  
  

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

We are looking for a Tree Cutting Quality & Safety Inspector (QSI) to join our team. This key role is the interface between SSEN and utility arboriculture contractors working on our behalf.

The Quality and Safety Inspector (QSI) is responsible for overseeing the performance of tree cutting contractors working for SSEN, including the relevant administration associated with the projects. In this role you will be instrumental in the initial survey of the overhead network to assess for vegetation infestation and overseeing the safety and compliance of the cutting teams working on the contractor maintenance tree cutting programme.

We're looking for a well organised, highly skilled individual who has a keen eye for detail and is looking to make a difference. Ideally you will be safety driven, have a high level of self-organisation and be generally proactive in your approach.

You will

• Be responsible for project management including management of changes to planned works, approval of cut spans for payment and inspections on completed works.
• Conduct on-site SHE Engagements.
• Act as customer liaison including supporting contractor surveyors with gaining consents where landowners refuse tree cutting.
• Be responsible for contractor coaching & date reporting.
• Survey to assess vegetation affection in line with SSEN procedures.
  
  

You will

• Have utility arboriculture knowledge and experience, including UA 1, UA5.1/5.2 is desirable but will be provided for the right applicant.
• Be safety and customer focussed with excellent communication skills.
• Have the ability to identify inefficiencies and be able to suggest and implement improvements.
• Be IT literate not limited to the Office 365 suite of applications.
• Hold a full, clean, manual driving license.
  
  

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

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 Robert on [e-mail] / 01738 341105 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.

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  Entry level

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• Industries

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