Operator - Asset Inspector

7 months ago


Taunton, United Kingdom National Grid Electricity Distribution Full time

Job Introduction
An opportunity is available for an Operator (Asset Inspector) based at our Taunton 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.

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
Joining the UK’s leading electricity distribution business means plenty of career opportunities and well-deserved recognition. We reward hard work and encourage ambition. So, as well as a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:

- 26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous service
- Competitive contributory pension scheme (we double match your contributions up to a maximum of 12%)
- Annual Share Save plan
- Contributory private healthcare scheme for you and your family
- Support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services
- Free on-site parking at all our main sites

**Things you need to know**

About Us
We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses.

National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues - who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. 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 that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.


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