Substation Inspector in Hounslow
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Job Description
81809 - Substation Inspector - UK Power Networks Services (Heathrow)\n\n Permanent | £37,178 + 3% Bonus\n Heathrow\n\n Apply by: 06 January 2026\n\nLooking for a hands‑on engineering role where every day makes a difference? Join us as a Substation Inspector and help keep the power network safe, reliable, and future‑ready across the UK Power Networks Services region.\n\nThis is an exciting opportunity for someone with an electrical background who enjoys varied work, problem‑solving, and taking pride in maintaining critical infrastructure.\n\n What You'll Be Doing\n\nYou'll play a key role in ensuring our substations remain safe, compliant, and well‑maintained. Your day‑to‑day activities will include:\n\nInspecting and carrying out non‑intrusive diagnostic testing on HV & LV plant\nIdentifying and repairing minor defects\nDemonstrating a strong commitment to safety and our Stay Safe programme\nTaking oil samples from HV plant for further analysis\nCompleting reports and work orders using handheld IT devices\nOverseeing subcontractors and supporting wider maintenance or project work\nCleaning and maintaining substation internals and exteriors\nConducting vegetation management around compounds\nCarrying out ESQC regulatory site visits\nPerforming HV and LV meter readings\nCompleting touch‑up redecoration tasks as requiredThis role requires flexibility - you may work alone or as part of a wider team, and your work will take you across the Services area.\n\n What You'll Bring\n\nWe're looking for someone who has:\n\nGCSE‑level education (or equivalent)\nA basic electrical background and strong hazard awareness\nUnderstanding of the Electricity at Work Act\nAbility to read electrical diagrams and maps\nA full clean driving licence\nPractical problem‑solving skills\nHealth, Safety and Environmental awareness\nConfidence using handheld devices\nFamiliarity with chemicals, safety data sheets, and sharps handlingAnd personally, you're someone who is:\n\nSafety‑driven\nDetermined and proactive\nEager to learn and develop\nAble to provide a 5‑year traceable work history (for airport security clearance)Training will be provided for the right candidate.\n\n What's In It For You\n\nAlong with a competitive salary and bonus, you'll also receive:\n\n25 days annual leave + bank holidays\nReservist Leave - 18 days full pay + 22 days unpaid\nPension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution\nSeason Ticket & Tenancy Loan\nCycle to Work, Tech & Home, and Green Car Leasing schemes\nOccupational Health & EAP support\nSwitched On discount scheme\nDiscounted gym membership \n\n Be Part of Something Powerful\n\nIf you're passionate about safety, enjoy keeping things running smoothly, and want to build a career within a trusted, forward‑thinking engineering environment - we'd love to hear from you.\n\nApply now and help keep the network energised
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