Surveyor / Auditor
Date: 8 May 2026
Location: Letchworth, GB
82487 - Surveyor / Auditor
The Surveyor/Auditor will report to the Project Manager and Senior Project Manager and will work within Network Operations based from our Letchworth office. You will be a permanent employee of the UK Power Networks team.
You will attract a salary of £44,663 per annum - dependant on experience and a bonus of 3%.
If you are successful, you will need to undertake a medical and DBS reference check
Close Date:. 27th May 2026
We also provide the following additional benefits
- 25 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays.
- Reservist Leave – Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid
- Private Health Insurance / SimplyHealth
- 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
Job Purpose
The primary role of the Surveyor / Auditor exists to undertake site-based audits on completed works by UK Power Networks staff and Contractors. Ensuring that UK Power Networks policy, processes and build specifications are adhered to. The audit includes verifying data accuracy and completing of as laid/as built drawing, Asset forms and associated site construction information.
Dimensions
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To be a team player.
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Diligently perform the duties within their role in the team.
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Be prepared to challenge unsafe practices.
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Work to the relevant operational procedures, manuals and DSR’s.
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Have the enthusiasm to learn and develop new approved techniques.
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Demonstrate a strong safety culture.
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Be flexible in their approach.
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Maintain high standards and produce quality workmanship.
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Adhere to all business procedures and company safety policies at all times.
Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Experience
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Have an in-depth knowledge of UK Power Network design standards, policies and procedures for overhead and underground network configurations.
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To be experienced and have in-depth knowledge in the field of low voltage, 11KV and 33KV overhead & underground construction methods and maintenance.
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UK Power Networks competency certificate.
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Familiar with UKPN IT devices and systems, specifically Network Records and ART processes.
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To be able to work on own initiative
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Able to complete self-risk assessments
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Ability to work on own and as part of a team.
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To be prepared to train and learn new skills to be able to carry out the full range of duties.
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Ability to build good working relationships within their own team as well as developing wider working contacts.
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The ability to communicate effectively, with a wide range of individuals, in a clear and concise manner.
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Current valid driving licence
Customer
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Liaise with Project Managers and Field Managers to ensure good working relationships.
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Liaise with other delivery functions to ensure the smooth running of Distribution Capital Delivery works.
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Proactive approach to customer care.
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No Customer complaints.
Systems
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Usage of electronic systems to order and return stock as required.
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Usage of electronic systems to request services for the operation of the site
Personal Skills
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The role, ideally, requires practical experience of the electrical distribution network and/or associated business processes and functions. However, more importantly the role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple deadlines, strong safety focus, strong interpersonal skills and commercial awareness.
(Candidates not meeting the above requirements, but willing to undertake a development plan will also be considered for the position.)
Please Note: Internal candidates are eligible to apply for internal positions once they have successfully completed any contractual probationary period.
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 fully 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 particularly 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.
If in doubt, ask!
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.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Where applicable, this role is subject to safer recruitment processes and robust pre‑employment checks
If you have any queries in connection to this vacancy or your application, please contact us at careers@ukpowernetworks.co.uk quoting the vacancy reference number and a member of the team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.
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