Electrical Inspector

CV-LibrarySA13, Taibach, Neath Port TalbotpermanentPosted: 17 August 2026
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Are you a time served Electrical Inspector?

Can you demonstrate strong technical knowledge on electrical systems?

Are you based in or around Port Talbot?

Tata Steel’s largest UK works, Port Talbot, are seeking a permanent Electrical Inspector within their Hot Rolled Products remit. Around 83,000 tonnes of slab a week are processed through this department for customers worldwide. The successful applicant will be a time served Electrical Apprentice holding NVQ3 Electrical.

On this occasion, only applicants with FULL Right to work in the UK already in place can be considered.

Role: Electrical Inspector

Hours: Mon-Fri, 36.5 hours per week

Location: TATA Steel, Port Talbot, SA13 2NG, United Kingdom

Rate: Competitive and based on experience (inside IR35)

Responsibilities:

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Carrying out electrical installations

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Issuing permits on electrical systems after training

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Diagnosing and rectifying electrical faults on control systems, drives and motors

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Ensuring full compliance with H&S and company policy at all times

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Supporting the rest of the team to quickly diagnose and/or rectify faults

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Reacting to engineering, quality and safety issues immediately and effectively

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Contributing to plant performance improvement

Essential requirements:

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Completed an approved Apprenticeship with a minimum of NVQ Level 3 Electrical (or equivalent)

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Strong technical knowledge including fault finding on electrical systems

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Good understanding of electrical permit systems

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Enthusiasm towards undertaking further and additional development and training

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Strong interpersonal communication including good verbal and written communication

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Proven experience in a relevant position with a willingness to undertake further development and training

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Excellent UK Health and Safety knowledge

Desirable requirements:

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Experience on DC and AC controls and drives

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LV and/or HV authorisation

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Knowledge and experience on PLC programs, in particular fault finding

Benefits:

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35 days holidays per annum, including Bank Holidays

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Annual Pay Review

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Annual Bonus Scheme (subject to business performance)

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One of the UK’s leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)

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Free onsite parking at all sites

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Employee assistance programme for mental, physical and financial wellbeing

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Exclusive online services including restaurant, local, and national retail discounts

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, medical check and reference check

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