Job Description

As Substation Inspector you will play an important role in the safe completion of the Inspection & Maintenance Programme for the Services region. You will report to the Operational Engineer and will work within UK Power Networks Services (UKPNS) based in the Heathrow office.

Job Purpose:

To work as part of a team or as a lone worker in the UKPNS geographical area, carrying out the full range of duties associated with Substation Inspections, including vegetation management and cleaning at substation voltages up to 33kV.

Principal Accountabilities:

Inspection & Non-Intrusive Diagnostic Testing of all plant and apparatus associated with the HV and LV Distribution network Fault location and repair of minor plant defects associated with the HV and LV Distribution network Demonstrate a safety culture embracing the UKPNS stay safe programme Take Oil Samples, if required for diagnostic testing from HV Plant Reporting and completion of work orders through the Hand Held IT equipment Oversee Maintenance/Project/Sub Contract staff within their working party Assist team with other maintenance and project-based work To be prepared to assist other sections e.g. organisational changes and system emergencies as determined by your skills and experience Cleaning of all substation internals, including plant and apparatus associated with the HV and LV Distribution network under UKPN Services' guardianship Cleaning includes dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning internal windows Complete the additional site visits to provide the requirements of the ESQC Regulations HV and LV metre reading Substation external compound vegetation pruning/ removal by manual, mechanical or chemical control * Undertake touch-up re-decoration tasks within substations as directed