Quality and Safety Inspector (Arboriculture)

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

Job summary

An energy company in the UK is seeking a Quality and Safety Inspector (Arboriculture) to join their team. The ideal candidate will have utility arboriculture knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a full driving license. Responsibilities include conducting safety audits, managing site inspections, and liaising with customers. This full-time role offers a salary range of £34,749 to £40,939 plus additional benefits and overtime potential.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym memberships

Interest-free loans on tech and transportation

Cycle to Work scheme

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Hold a full, clean, manual driving licence.
• Safety and customer focused with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to identify inefficiencies and suggest improvements.

Responsibilities

• Project Management with site inspections on completed works.
• Conducting on-site safety audits and data reporting.
• Customer liaison and support of planned customer interruptions.
• Surveying, consenting and provision of associated job packs.

Skills

Utility arboriculture knowledge and experience

Excellent communication skills

Ability to identify inefficiencies

IT literate

Customer focused

Job description

Quality and Safety Inspector (Arboriculture)

Base Location: Slough, Theale or West London. This role is mobile and predominantly field based. Your home location must be within 30 minutes of our depots listed above.

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

• 37 hour working week.
• Up to £6,681 for overtime payments & up to £3,481 for standby payments, giving you a potential of £10,162 extra per year (subject to qualifications).
• Full PPE and tools required for the position.
• Access to a company vehicle.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time

We’re looking for a Tree Cutting Quality & Safety Inspector (QSI) to join our team. You should be organised, skilled, and detail-oriented, proud of your work and eager to make a real difference. You’ll be safety‑mindful and proactive in how you approach each task.

Responsibilities

• Project Management with site inspections on completed works.
• Conducting on‑site safety audits and data reporting.
• Customer liaison and support of planned customer interruptions.
• Surveying, consenting and provision of associated job packs.

Qualifications

• Utility arboriculture knowledge and experience, including UA5.1/5.2.
• Be safety and customer focussed with excellent communication skills.
• Have the ability to identify inefficiencies and suggest and implement improvements.
• Be IT literate, not limited to the Office 365 suite of applications.
• Hold a full, clean, manual driving licence.

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 home‑grown 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 advisers 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 transportation, season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. Generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave are also available.

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] or 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.

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’re 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.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Project Management, Science, and Engineering

Industries

Utilities, Oil and Gas, and Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing