Substation Inspector - Team Lead

## Substation Inspector - Team Lead Apply locations:
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June 17, 2026 (13 days left to apply) job requisition :
R-27866
** Substation Inspector - Team Lead
**** Eurocentral
* *** Salary starting from £45,400 to £56,750
**** Permanent
* *** Closing Date: 16/06/2026
**** Help us create a better future, quicker!
** At SP Energy Networks our focus is on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. Our team is building a dynamic network to meet the changing demands for electricity and increasingly, renewable electricity – safely, securely and sustainably in the communities we serve.

At SP Energy Networks, we know people are central to building a better future, quicker and we are seeking new talent to join our team.
** What you’ll be doing
** To lead and coordinate substation inspectors, generator technicians, and contractors in delivering inspections, maintenance, and repairs safely, on time, and within budget, while ensuring compliance with company standards and performance targets.
* Contribute as an effective member of the Transmission Network Operations management team, supporting strategic and operational objectives.
* Continuously review procedures and processes to ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies.
* Support the delivery of the department’s work programme, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
* Lead and support team performance management, conducting regular reviews and identifying and progressing development opportunities.
* Collaborate with internal departments and external service providers within Energy Networks to ensure successful delivery of business objectives.
* Always deliver and uphold gold-standard customer service.
* Analyse and interpret information presented in a variety of formats, demonstrating strong comprehension and adaptability.
* Perform analysis on business performance data to support informed management decision-making.
* Translate analysis outcomes into actionable insights, ensuring appropriate escalation, recommendation, or implementation based on business impact.
** What You’ll Bring
*** Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organisation in financial, technical, and business contexts.
* Proven ability to manage programmes of work within budget, while maintaining high standards of safety, environmental compliance, and quality.
* Excellent analytical, report writing, and presentation skills.
* Working knowledge of statutory regulations, including the Electricity Supply, Quality and Continuity Regulations (ESQCR).
* Good understanding of relevant company policies and governance frameworks.
* Exceptional customer relationship skills, aligned to delivering gold-standard service.
* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, while developing, coaching, and mentoring others where required.
** Minimum Criteria
*** Educated to HND level (or demonstratable equivalent experience).
* Full UK Driving Licence.
* Proven experience in a similar role within a relevant operational or technical environment.
** What’s in it for you
** As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.At Scottish Power, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow.

That’s why our benefits include:
* 36 days annual leave
* Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
* Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
* Payroll giving and charity matched funding
* Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purposes
* Count us in – pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change
* Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean…