UK Power Networks
81886 - Lead Site Quality & Compliance Engineer This lead site quality & compliance engineer will report to the construction manager and will work within capital programme based in our Colchester office and across the region. You will be a permanent employee in our UK Power Networks team. You will attract a salary of £65,241 and a bonus of 3%. If you are successful, you will need to undertake a medical and DBS reference check Close Date: 28/12/2025 We also provide the following additional benefits Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products Discounted gym membership Employee Assistance Programme Job Purpose: The primary role of the Lead Site Quality and Compliance Engineer exists to manage the team undertaking site-based audits. The Capital Programme portfolio of projects conducts these audits. The purpose of these audits is to assess the compliance of electrical, structural, and civil works associated with the creation, replacement, refurbishment, and diversion of assets. UK Power Networks, Contractors, Independent Connection Providers (ICP's), and Independent Distribution Network Operators (IDNO's) install these assets. Ensuring that works are undertaken following the contract works information, work orders or task orders to the quality and standards defined by; UK Power Networks published Engineering Standards, Specifications and Procedures. The equipment manufacturers required standards The contract specification The Lead Site Quality and Compliance Engineer will ensure the roll-out and use of industry best practice and continuous improvement methodologies. These methodologies will ensure that Project Quality Management Plans (PQMP), Project Quality Control Plans (PQCP), and Inspection and Test Plans are suitable, effective, and implemented to achieve quality of delivery. The successful candidate will also support the Project Manager and Portfolio Managers' wider team. This team will carry out inspections and checks on UK Power Networks staff and contractors. The purpose of these inspections and checks is to assess their compliance to operational and safety policies, processes, and procedures that the team will implement. Duties Line management of 3 -6 staff undertaking site quality inspections. Preparation and execution of a programme of inspections Accountable for the correct contractual application of defect notifications across the portfolio and the correction of such defects following the contract. Consolidate learnings and good practice to facilitate continuous improvement in the delivery of "right first time" quality products. Accountable for the review and acceptance of the Project Quality Management and Control Plans verifying they are sufficient to ensure the works are completed to UK Power Networks Standards or approved designs and specifications. Ensure that appropriate Inspection and Test Plans (ITP) are identified within the PQCP and undertake such tests and inspections compliantly at stipulated times and frequency. Responsible for coordination and application of Capital Programme Quality Management Plan Collate records of Inspection and Tests Plans to evidence quality of build and installation. Ensure that the contractor or delivery party formally communicates and agrees to any identified specific or additional records, inspections, or tests required, to ensure the works will have been completed to quality including: Undertake quality checks against the approved UK Power Networks Standards and Construction Design, and producing summary reports on the findings The Inspection & Non Intrusive Diagnostic Testing of constructed assets inclusive of plant and apparatus associated with Capital Delivery Projects. Identify Fault locations and repair of minor defects associated with Capital Delivery Projects. Identify any tests or inspections they wish themselves or the team to witness. Checking any defined test results comply with the Works Information or Works Order and spot checking team reviews of results. Accountable for ensuring that the Identification and notification of defects to the contractor is following the contract conditions. Help review as-built drawings to confirm accuracy. Supervise Maintenance/Construction staff and contractors within their working party Ensure that all staff/contractors for which you are responsible work to the DSRs and to demonstrate a safety culture To be prepared to assist other sections e.g. organisational changes, system emergencies etc as determined by their experience Undertake the role of "Supervisor" as defined under the NEC form of contract. Present consolidated findings and improvement opportunities to support best practice at meetings and forums and provide feedback to partners. Ensure tests and inspections are completed with minimum disruption to work programmes. Ensure that inspectors provide constructive feedback to those being inspected with an emphasis on guidance and education. Provide support to close out actions / non-conformances and defects. Experience The following skills and attributes are important to this role ONC Electrical Engineering (or equivalent construction / engineering-based qualification) Experience with construction techniques, sequencing and standard Health & Safety qualification training for NEBOSH cert Evidence of ability to work in a team environment Able to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications Ability to problem solve in a practical way Able to work under pressure Good level of general PC literacy is essential. The successful candidate will require attendance at all training courses relevant to the role and will possess a full UK Driving Licence. The company will provide a car for this role in accordance with the Business Need Car Policy. Health & Safety Responsibilities Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment. Employees will ensure they understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied. Employees need to be aware that for some craft and operational roles that work at height, or use fall arrest devices, there is an upper weight limit of 116Kg due to maximum safe working load of the safety equipment that is used. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. If you have any queries in connection to this vacancy or your application, please contact us at quoting the vacancy reference number and a member of the team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.
81886 - Lead Site Quality & Compliance Engineer This lead site quality & compliance engineer will report to the construction manager and will work within capital programme based in our Colchester office and across the region. You will be a permanent employee in our UK Power Networks team. You will attract a salary of £65,241 and a bonus of 3%. If you are successful, you will need to undertake a medical and DBS reference check Close Date: 28/12/2025 We also provide the following additional benefits Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products Discounted gym membership Employee Assistance Programme Job Purpose: The primary role of the Lead Site Quality and Compliance Engineer exists to manage the team undertaking site-based audits. The Capital Programme portfolio of projects conducts these audits. The purpose of these audits is to assess the compliance of electrical, structural, and civil works associated with the creation, replacement, refurbishment, and diversion of assets. UK Power Networks, Contractors, Independent Connection Providers (ICP's), and Independent Distribution Network Operators (IDNO's) install these assets. Ensuring that works are undertaken following the contract works information, work orders or task orders to the quality and standards defined by; UK Power Networks published Engineering Standards, Specifications and Procedures. The equipment manufacturers required standards The contract specification The Lead Site Quality and Compliance Engineer will ensure the roll-out and use of industry best practice and continuous improvement methodologies. These methodologies will ensure that Project Quality Management Plans (PQMP), Project Quality Control Plans (PQCP), and Inspection and Test Plans are suitable, effective, and implemented to achieve quality of delivery. The successful candidate will also support the Project Manager and Portfolio Managers' wider team. This team will carry out inspections and checks on UK Power Networks staff and contractors. The purpose of these inspections and checks is to assess their compliance to operational and safety policies, processes, and procedures that the team will implement. Duties Line management of 3 -6 staff undertaking site quality inspections. Preparation and execution of a programme of inspections Accountable for the correct contractual application of defect notifications across the portfolio and the correction of such defects following the contract. Consolidate learnings and good practice to facilitate continuous improvement in the delivery of "right first time" quality products. Accountable for the review and acceptance of the Project Quality Management and Control Plans verifying they are sufficient to ensure the works are completed to UK Power Networks Standards or approved designs and specifications. Ensure that appropriate Inspection and Test Plans (ITP) are identified within the PQCP and undertake such tests and inspections compliantly at stipulated times and frequency. Responsible for coordination and application of Capital Programme Quality Management Plan Collate records of Inspection and Tests Plans to evidence quality of build and installation. Ensure that the contractor or delivery party formally communicates and agrees to any identified specific or additional records, inspections, or tests required, to ensure the works will have been completed to quality including: Undertake quality checks against the approved UK Power Networks Standards and Construction Design, and producing summary reports on the findings The Inspection & Non Intrusive Diagnostic Testing of constructed assets inclusive of plant and apparatus associated with Capital Delivery Projects. Identify Fault locations and repair of minor defects associated with Capital Delivery Projects. Identify any tests or inspections they wish themselves or the team to witness. Checking any defined test results comply with the Works Information or Works Order and spot checking team reviews of results. Accountable for ensuring that the Identification and notification of defects to the contractor is following the contract conditions. Help review as-built drawings to confirm accuracy. Supervise Maintenance/Construction staff and contractors within their working party Ensure that all staff/contractors for which you are responsible work to the DSRs and to demonstrate a safety culture To be prepared to assist other sections e.g. organisational changes, system emergencies etc as determined by their experience Undertake the role of "Supervisor" as defined under the NEC form of contract. Present consolidated findings and improvement opportunities to support best practice at meetings and forums and provide feedback to partners. Ensure tests and inspections are completed with minimum disruption to work programmes. Ensure that inspectors provide constructive feedback to those being inspected with an emphasis on guidance and education. Provide support to close out actions / non-conformances and defects. Experience The following skills and attributes are important to this role ONC Electrical Engineering (or equivalent construction / engineering-based qualification) Experience with construction techniques, sequencing and standard Health & Safety qualification training for NEBOSH cert Evidence of ability to work in a team environment Able to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications Ability to problem solve in a practical way Able to work under pressure Good level of general PC literacy is essential. The successful candidate will require attendance at all training courses relevant to the role and will possess a full UK Driving Licence. The company will provide a car for this role in accordance with the Business Need Car Policy. Health & Safety Responsibilities Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment. Employees will ensure they understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied. Employees need to be aware that for some craft and operational roles that work at height, or use fall arrest devices, there is an upper weight limit of 116Kg due to maximum safe working load of the safety equipment that is used. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. If you have any queries in connection to this vacancy or your application, please contact us at quoting the vacancy reference number and a member of the team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.
UK Power Networks
Guildford, Surrey
This EHV Project Construction Engineer SAP will report to the Lead Field Engineer and will work within Capital Programme and Procurement based in our Guildford office/Distributed Working. You will be a permanent employee. You will attract a salary of £80,574, car/car allowance and a bonus of 3%. If you are successful, you will need to undertake a medical and DBS reference check Close Date: 23/01/2026 We also provide the following additional benefits Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid Simply Health / Private Medical Cover Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products Discounted gym membership Employee Assistance Programme Job Purpose The Project Engineer's role is to deliver the engineering activities within their allocated project team. To undertake the delivery of Construction requirements relating to the UK Power Networks owned assets and associated infrastructure under the direction of the Construction Manager as part of the Investment Delivery team. The Project Engineer will work with and support the Project Managers, Commissioning Engineer's and other members of the Investment Delivery Management team in the delivery of Business objectives and future budget identification and delivery. Work with the Project Supervisors, electrical fitters and Contractors to undertake and complete the construction and delivery of a portfolio of projects in a safe and efficient manner. The Project Engineer will ensure delivery of Capital works Construction projects, Asset Portfolio Plan and Connections as directed by the Construction Manager, oversee the management of substation and cabling construction works. The position holder will work with team members to ensure high standards of safety management are maintained throughout all activities during the delivery of the engineering tasks following the UK Power Networks Stay Safe initiative. Principal Accountabilities Delivery of the Construction programmes for the UK Power Networks owned assets operating at voltages through the range 400V to 132kV Work with the Project Mangers to ensure that all programmes of work are delivered to time, budget and quality drivers Work with Project Supervisors and EHV fitters to ensure the delivery of all electrical engineering activities Help manage budgets relating to the construction delivery and meet ongoing our goals As a team member work to ensure that UK Power Networks goals are achieved especially in the areas of Staff engagement and Client satisfaction Observe UK Power Networks Operations and Procedures Operate HV Distribution Protection Systems Test and Commissioning of HV Distribution System Maintain the Control and Protection Systems Ensure compliance with CDM and UK Power Networks Health and Safety policies Develop site specific H,S & E procedures Compliance with UK Power Networks quality policies Operate and update Asset database in respect of project activities Responsible for both reactive and planned construction activities Carry out fault investigation and repairs as required Modify equipment and drawings to ensure the efficient operation of the substations Ensure the compliance with the distribution safety rules during all activities Supervise all contractors/staff working on site Undertake additional activities commensurate with the job level and competency Main Duties: Co-ordinate daily construction and maintenance activities with Client / Principal Contractor's ensuring programmes are met Obtain quotations from suppliers and raise Purchase Order request in coordination with Finance & Governance team Change Management - ensure early warning notices etc. are brought to the attention of the Project Manager / Commercial Manager & Stakeholders Provide technical support and act as appoint of reference for the Construction team When deputising for the Construction Manager deliver team briefings, give feed-back where necessary Identify potential project risks/opportunities (raise awareness within team/company) Working unsocial hours when required to respond to faults on system Assist the Construction Manager in the development of the ongoing Asset Portfolio Plan Represent UKPN when required at meetings with clients and contractors When undertaking engineering activities manage the team of employees and contractors for the successful delivery When undertaking engineering activities manage the compliance with all H&S procedures such as Putting People to Work and Distribution Safety Rules Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Experience Senior Authorised Person as defined by the Distribution Safety Rules - Preferable 132kV or 33kV however training will be provided to achieve this level of authorisation if authorised at 11kV. Experience in distribution systems through the range 400v to 132kV Educated to a minimum HNC level qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent Working knowledge of distribution HV Systems Knowledge of Building Services Systems Read schematic drawings and understand content Identify problems, understand important issues and investigate alternatives Hold full driving licence A broad understanding of UK Power Networks directorates Travel around the Capital Programme's SPN portfolio of projects Relevant Safety Qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH Knowledge of Construction Design and Management Regulations Health & Safety Responsibilities Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment. Employees will ensure they understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied. Employees need to be aware that for some craft and operational roles that work at height, or use fall arrest devices, there is an upper weight limit of 116Kg due to maximum safe working load of the safety equipment that is used. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. If you have any queries in connection to this vacancy or your application, please contact us at quoting the vacancy reference number and a member of the team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.
This EHV Project Construction Engineer SAP will report to the Lead Field Engineer and will work within Capital Programme and Procurement based in our Guildford office/Distributed Working. You will be a permanent employee. You will attract a salary of £80,574, car/car allowance and a bonus of 3%. If you are successful, you will need to undertake a medical and DBS reference check Close Date: 23/01/2026 We also provide the following additional benefits Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid Simply Health / Private Medical Cover Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products Discounted gym membership Employee Assistance Programme Job Purpose The Project Engineer's role is to deliver the engineering activities within their allocated project team. To undertake the delivery of Construction requirements relating to the UK Power Networks owned assets and associated infrastructure under the direction of the Construction Manager as part of the Investment Delivery team. The Project Engineer will work with and support the Project Managers, Commissioning Engineer's and other members of the Investment Delivery Management team in the delivery of Business objectives and future budget identification and delivery. Work with the Project Supervisors, electrical fitters and Contractors to undertake and complete the construction and delivery of a portfolio of projects in a safe and efficient manner. The Project Engineer will ensure delivery of Capital works Construction projects, Asset Portfolio Plan and Connections as directed by the Construction Manager, oversee the management of substation and cabling construction works. The position holder will work with team members to ensure high standards of safety management are maintained throughout all activities during the delivery of the engineering tasks following the UK Power Networks Stay Safe initiative. Principal Accountabilities Delivery of the Construction programmes for the UK Power Networks owned assets operating at voltages through the range 400V to 132kV Work with the Project Mangers to ensure that all programmes of work are delivered to time, budget and quality drivers Work with Project Supervisors and EHV fitters to ensure the delivery of all electrical engineering activities Help manage budgets relating to the construction delivery and meet ongoing our goals As a team member work to ensure that UK Power Networks goals are achieved especially in the areas of Staff engagement and Client satisfaction Observe UK Power Networks Operations and Procedures Operate HV Distribution Protection Systems Test and Commissioning of HV Distribution System Maintain the Control and Protection Systems Ensure compliance with CDM and UK Power Networks Health and Safety policies Develop site specific H,S & E procedures Compliance with UK Power Networks quality policies Operate and update Asset database in respect of project activities Responsible for both reactive and planned construction activities Carry out fault investigation and repairs as required Modify equipment and drawings to ensure the efficient operation of the substations Ensure the compliance with the distribution safety rules during all activities Supervise all contractors/staff working on site Undertake additional activities commensurate with the job level and competency Main Duties: Co-ordinate daily construction and maintenance activities with Client / Principal Contractor's ensuring programmes are met Obtain quotations from suppliers and raise Purchase Order request in coordination with Finance & Governance team Change Management - ensure early warning notices etc. are brought to the attention of the Project Manager / Commercial Manager & Stakeholders Provide technical support and act as appoint of reference for the Construction team When deputising for the Construction Manager deliver team briefings, give feed-back where necessary Identify potential project risks/opportunities (raise awareness within team/company) Working unsocial hours when required to respond to faults on system Assist the Construction Manager in the development of the ongoing Asset Portfolio Plan Represent UKPN when required at meetings with clients and contractors When undertaking engineering activities manage the team of employees and contractors for the successful delivery When undertaking engineering activities manage the compliance with all H&S procedures such as Putting People to Work and Distribution Safety Rules Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Experience Senior Authorised Person as defined by the Distribution Safety Rules - Preferable 132kV or 33kV however training will be provided to achieve this level of authorisation if authorised at 11kV. Experience in distribution systems through the range 400v to 132kV Educated to a minimum HNC level qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent Working knowledge of distribution HV Systems Knowledge of Building Services Systems Read schematic drawings and understand content Identify problems, understand important issues and investigate alternatives Hold full driving licence A broad understanding of UK Power Networks directorates Travel around the Capital Programme's SPN portfolio of projects Relevant Safety Qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH Knowledge of Construction Design and Management Regulations Health & Safety Responsibilities Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment. Employees will ensure they understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied. Employees need to be aware that for some craft and operational roles that work at height, or use fall arrest devices, there is an upper weight limit of 116Kg due to maximum safe working load of the safety equipment that is used. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. If you have any queries in connection to this vacancy or your application, please contact us at quoting the vacancy reference number and a member of the team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.