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Trainee Multi-Utility Asset Inspector – Leeds
Join a leading utilities company that values innovation and service excellence. At Last Mile, we’re excited to welcome a Trainee Multi-Utility Asset Inspector to our growing Leeds team.
Through a two-year training programme as Trainee Asset Inspector at Last Mile, you’ll gain hands-on experience across all utility connections and inspections in Last Mile’s Asset Adoption process, covering the full asset lifecycle from design to operations. Rotating through various placements, you’ll build expertise and a strong network across the business.
We’ll provide the training and support you need to develop the skills to succeed and progress as a future Asset Inspector, contributing to industry-leading solutions.
What’s in it for you as a Trainee Multi-Utility Asset Inspector?
Here at Last Mile, we pride ourselves in providing a great range of benefits including a fantastic amount of annual leave, including a Christmas shut down.
25 days holiday, increasing after 2 years by 1 day each year up to 30 days, plus 9 public holidays
Holiday buy scheme
Discretionary bonus
EV and ULEV salary sacrifice scheme (subject to minimum length of service)
Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
Up to 7% employer pension contribution
Life assurance (x4 annual basic salary)
Refer a friend incentive
Wagestream
Employee assistance programme
Car allowance
Flexible start and finish times for eligible roles*
Private medical insurance*
Company sick pay*
*Some of our benefits are only applicable when you have successfully completed your probation period*
Your responsibilities as a Trainee Multi-Utility Asset Inspector:
By the end of the 2 year programme you will be able to:
Conduct Inspections and Audits:
Perform comprehensive audits on all aspects of adoptable network construction, including substation installations, main laying, and connection activities. Ensure accurate updates are made to business systems with the results.
Provide Support and Guidance:
Advise Independent Connection Providers (ICPs) on health, safety, environmental, and quality matters, while offering onsite support for their inquiries and best practice recommendations.
Ensure Compliance and Safety:
Conduct post-adoption regulatory inspections in line with industry standards, ensuring safe working practices are consistently maintained and liaising with upstream Distribution Network Operators as required.
Stakeholder Communication and Reporting:
Manage correspondence with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate and meet onsite requirements. Deliver monthly reports detailing completed audits, issues identified, and emerging trends.
We’re looking for candidates who:
Have a construction or engineering background (e.g., gas/water main layer, electrician, cable jointer, multi-utility operative) – training and qualifications will be provided.
Hold a full driving licence.
Are self-motivated and able to work on their own initiative.
Possess strong communication skills.
Are willing to travel and work away when required.
Have you got the drive to go to the Last Mile as a Trainee Multi-Utility Asset Inspector?
Apply now! We aim to keep candidates informed throughout the process and encourage you to apply promptly as we may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. About us: Last Mile designs, builds, owns and operates essential utilities infrastructure so people across Great Britain have access to the heat, power, water and wastewater services they need, every day. We are one of the largest last-mile multi-utility connections businesses in the UK. We own and manage approximately 750,000 installed connections, linking distribution networks to residential and commercial customers. It’s our people that make us. We want to attract and retain the best talent to deliver utilities infrastructure in a way we can be proud of. To achieve this, we need to be at our very best in everything we do – and employ experienced, enthusiastic and committed people. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment, where employee wellbeing is at the forefront and our people feel valued. We provide tailored ongoing training and development, but most importantly, long term career opportunities for you to learn, develop and grow in your role. If you are motivated to succeed and have a ‘can-do’ attitude, we would love to hear from you! For further enquiries contact – or visit our website www.lastmile-group.com
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Apply now! We aim to keep candidates informed throughout the process and encourage you to apply promptly as we may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. About us: Last Mile designs, builds, owns and operates essential utilities infrastructure so people across Great Britain have access to the heat, power, water and wastewater services they need, every day. We are one of the largest last-mile multi-utility connections businesses in the UK. We own and manage approximately 750,000 installed connections, linking distribution networks to residential and commercial customers. It’s our people that make us. We want to attract and retain the best talent to deliver utilities infrastructure in a way we can be proud of. To achieve this, we need to be at our very best in everything we do – and employ experienced, enthusiastic and committed people. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment, where employee wellbeing is at the forefront and our people feel valued. We provide tailored ongoing training and development, but most importantly, long term career opportunities for you to learn, develop and grow in your role. If you are motivated to succeed and have a ‘can-do’ attitude, we would love to hear from you! For further enquiries contact – or visit our website www.lastmile-group.com
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