Utility Arboriculture Quality Safety Inspector

About the role

Base Location: Oxford or Melksham

This role is mobile and predominantly field based and we need someone within commuting distance of the Oxford and Melksham depot.

Salary: £33,063 - £38,404 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family:

- 37 hour working week.

- Full PPE and tools required for the position.

- Access to a company vehicle.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time 

We are looking for a Utility Arboriculture Quality and Safety Inspector (QSI) to join our team, this key role is the interface between SSEN and utility arboriculture contractors working on our behalf.

The Quality and Safety Inspector (QSI) is responsible for overseeing the performance of tree cutting contractors working for SSEN, including the relevant administration associated with the projects.

In this role you will be instrumental in the initial survey of the overhead network to assess for vegetation infestation and overseeing the safety and compliance of the cutting teams working on the contractor maintenance tree cutting programme. 

The QSI role covers a wide range of functions, key responsibilities include the following:

- Project management including management of changes to planned works, approval of cut spans for payment and inspections of completed works.

- Conducting on-site safety audits and data reporting.

- Customer liaison including supporting contractor surveyors with gaining consents where landowners refuse tree cutting.

- Contractor coaching.

- Surveying to assess vegetation affection.

What do I need?

We're looking for a well organised, highly skilled individual who has a keen eye for detail and is looking to make a difference.

Ideally you will be safety driven, have a high level of self-organisation and be generally proactive in your approach. 

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Utility arboriculture knowledge and experience, including UA 1, UA5.1/5.2 is desirable but will be provided for the right applicant.

- Safety and customer focussed with excellent communication skills.

- Ability to identify inefficiencies and be able to suggest and implement improvements.

- IT literacy not limited to the Office 365 suite of applications.

- Full, clean, manual driving license.

About our Business

SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change, we're looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net zero, so teamwork will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger – an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kim on kim.annink@sse.com / 01738 344051.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

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