Electrical Craftsperson - Inverness, United Kingdom - SSE

SSE

Verified Company

Inverness, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world.

Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

We are proud to be playing a critical role in the net zero transition, as we aim to more than treble the net capacity in operation over the next 10 years.

SSE Renewables operate the largest fleet of hydro-electric power assets across eight hydro schemes in Scotland. Our portfolio totals 1,459MW of installed capacity, which includes pumped storage and flexible hydro.

Our assets consist of some of the most iconic power station sites constructed, which brought hydro-electric power to the Scottish Glens 80 years ago.

About the Role

Base Location:
Foyers Power Station - Inverness & Highlands

Salary:
£31,339 - £35,892 + up to 8% performance-related bonus + tools + standby & callout allowances + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern:
Permanent | Full Time

The multi-disciplined team in the Great Glen is responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair of our Hydro generation plant to ensure it is safe and efficient.

We're looking for an experienced Electrical Craftsperson to be an important member of our team.

Your duties will include:

Carrying out electrical maintenance including repair and project work.
Conducting routine inspections and checks to ensure our equipment and fixed plant is kept to a high standard of operational effectiveness.
Completing risk assessments and environmental and safety inspections.
Working closely with other team members to support mechanical maintenance and report any operational defects.

What do I need?
To be considered for this role, we would love you to have;

An electrical or multiskilled craft background, and ideally with experience working on heavy rotating machinery. We'll provide any necessary training on operating our generation plant.
A minimum qualification of NVQ Level 3, City and Guilds, or equivalent craft apprenticeship.
A good level of computer literacy we'll train you to use our maintenance scheduling and reporting software.
A flexible attitude to all aspects of work. It's likely that you'll work outside in varied weather conditions, and outside of your usual working hours from time to time.
A full and current driving licence is essential, and a first aid qualification would be advantageous.

Due to the nature of this role, there is a requirement that you live, or are willing to relocate, within 30 miles radius of Foyers Power Station.

What's in it for you?
We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement.

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

What happens now?

EXTERNAL:
Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

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