Inspection Team Manager – Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks
Base Location: Portsmouth, Basingstoke or Aldershot
Salary: £43,704 - £51,484
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
About the role
We are looking for a Substation Inspection Manager to join our busy team! As Substation Inspection Manager, you will be responsible for the delivery of the annual inspection programme for 11KV distribution substations as well as clearance activities. You will have responsibility for the safety and welfare of a team of substation inspectors, issuing work, productivity and the quality of inspection and clearance outputs.
You Will
* Manage a team of field based inspectors.
* Plan and deliver annual inspections across all distribution substations within the South East region.
* Plan and deliver minor vegetation management and clearance activities for distribution and primary substations.
* Manage team productivity, efficiency and external services provided to ensure tasks are completed safely to the highest standard within our agreed unit rates, taking financial accountability for your outputs.
* Authorise timesheets, manage vehicles, and ensure the team have the right tools and equipment to complete all required tasks safely.
You Have
* Hands‑on experience leading field teams across large areas.
* Comfortable delivering large inspection programmes and managing a high volume of assets.
* Good at managing planned and reactive jobs and sorting access with landowners when needed.
* A track record of hitting targets, fixing issues quickly, and keeping safety front and centre.
* Proficient IT and data analytical skills to ensure accurate and timely reporting through systems such as Maximo, Electric office, Excel and Power on.
A valid driving licence is essential for this role. This role involves travel across various locations to support business needs. To enable you to fulfil these responsibilities, the company will provide a vehicle for work‑related travel. The requirement will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and if the company car policy criteria are met, there will be an opportunity to join the company car scheme.
Benefits
Flexible benefits: discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships, 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. Generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Equal Opportunity
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact kim.annink@sse.com / 01738 344051 to discuss how we can support you. 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.
Application Process
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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