Inspection Team Manager

sse.com; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Substation Inspection Manager to oversee annual inspection programmes for distribution substations. Responsibilities include managing a team, ensuring safety and quality in operations, and handling financial accountability for tasks. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership, project management skills, and proficiency in IT tools for reporting. This permanent, full-time role is based in the South East of England, offering a salary range of £43,704 - £51,484 along with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym memberships

Wellbeing benefits

Cycle to Work scheme

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience leading field teams across extensive areas.
• Ability to manage large inspection programmes and a high volume of assets.
• Strong skills in managing planned and reactive jobs efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of field-based inspectors.
• Plan and deliver annual inspections across distribution substations.
• Ensure tasks are completed safely to a high standard.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

IT Skills

Data Analysis

Tools

Maximo

Electric Office

Excel

Power On

Job description

Base Location: Portsmouth, Basingstoke or Aldershot

Salary: £43,704 - £51,484 and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

We are looking for a Substation Inspection Manager to join our busy team!

As Substation Inspection Manager, you will be responsible for 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.

We are looking for someone who can lead by example, grow and develop the team’s knowledge whilst ensuring that safety is the number one value. Someone with an open, honest and positive communication style who has the ability to engage at all levels and instil a high performing culture.

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, managing vehicles, making sure the team have the right tools and equipment to complete all required tasks safely.

You have:

• Hands‑on experience leading field teams across big areas, keeping things running smoothly.
• 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.

If you have enthusiasm, drive, a flexible approach to work and an ability to adapt to an ever‑changing environment we would love to hear from you. 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, as a role requirement, the company will provide access to 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. Provision of a company car or cash allowance does not form part of the contractual terms and conditions of employment for this role.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We’re investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world’s largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

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 [e-mail]/01738 344051 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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