Operator - Asset Inspector - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom - Western Power Distribution

Western Power Distribution

Verified Company

Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Introduction
An opportunity is available for an Operator (Asset Inspector) based at our Stoke-on-Trent depot.

As an Operator - Asset Inspector you will be required to inspect National Grid's Distribution's network assets up to and including 132kV as well as other Assets within the Company that have a statutory inspection regime associated with them.

Evidence of your qualifications will be required prior to appointment.

Please note, where job roles involve working at height and the use of Personal Fall Protection Equipment, there are restrictions on the maximum weight of the individual.

If you are offered a position, you will be required to successfully complete a basic DBS check that shows any unspent convictions or conditional cautions.

As an equal opportunities employer who is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, we celebrate individual difference and are actively bringing in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build on our inclusive culture.

We anonymise all jobs in our recruitment system, so we can eliminate unconscious bias and be a workplace that reflects the community we serve.

Hiring managers only have access to necessary information after shortlisting has taken place and before interview so they can prepare.

Main Responsibilities
The work may involve working alone and being away from the depot.

The successful applicant will need to be able to interrogate the Company's computer systems to identify inspection tasks due, the inspector may be required to drive to site to undertake the inspection of Company Assets and to record results, any immediate risks or dangerous issues would need to be reported immediately to your manager.

The inspector will be expected to enter all information either into handheld electronic device on site or via the Company's computer system back in the office.

The working environment requires quick, decisive and responsible actions to meet the demands of the role. You will be set challenging targets and will need to be flexible in your approach.

You will need to deal with customer in a courteous and professional manner and portray a positive image of our Company.

You will need to be mobile throughout the area and therefore a full driving licence is required.

We are looking for staff who will become fully capable to undertake a range of asset inspections.

About The Company

If this is your opportunity to join us, you'll find we offer a supportive, rewarding and friendly working environment where you'll be empowered to build a career.

Along the way, you'll be invested in, be enabled by the latest technology and find that we're always interested in evolving our systems and processes so that we get even better, every day.

You will receive a generous annual leave entitlement on joining, starting at 26 days rising to 28 days following 10 years' service, plus 8 bank holidays.

Protective clothing and Safety Equipment will be provided where required and we offer free parking at all main sites. In addition, you will be able to access support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services.

Additional Application Information
About Us
National Grid Electricity Distribution is the new name for Western Power Distribution. This is a very exciting time to be part of the largest UK electricity transmission and distribution business. We've changed our name, but our people and focus on providing great service to customers remains unchanged.

We connect 8 million customers across the Midlands, South West England and South Wales and serve a population of over 18 million people.

We do this whilst maintaining safety, reliability and excellent customer service.

National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide.

Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast-moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources which are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.

We are an equal opportunities employer. Our desire is to bring in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build further on our inclusive culture.

We value and celebrate individual difference and we believe that an inclusive culture will help the business grow as a positive, strong and innovative company.