Process Support Manager
* Job Number: 555425
* Closing at: Nov 2 2025 - 23:55 GMT
Base Location: Slough Power Station, Slough
Salary: £58,100 - £87,100 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent| Full Time | options available
The role
As the Process Support Manager for Slough Heat and Power (SHP), you will play a pivotal role in supporting SSE Thermal’s journey toward a net zero future. SHP is a dynamic and fast-growing private utility business serving over 400 commercial customers, operating a diverse range of infrastructure including a 20MW waste wood CHP power station, electricity distribution, heat networks, and a drinking water supply network.
You will
- Lead SHE & Environmental Systems: Coordinate and maintain the Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) Management System, ensuring compliance with ISO14001 and driving high performance across SHP assets.
- Ensure Environmental Compliance: Manage environmental permits and act as the primary liaison with SSE’s Environmental Managers, working closely with site chemist to meet regulatory requirements.
- Manage Risk, Audits & Reporting: Maintain the SHE Risk Register, lead internal and external audits, and oversee corrective actions to ensure robust risk management and regulatory compliance.
- Support Water & Network Compliance: Collaborate with internal teams to ensure drinking water and electricity networks meet all legislative and operational standards.
- Drive Business Assurance & Performance: Lead compliance efforts for SHP, manage performance data systems, and ensure accurate reporting across regulatory schemes including CHPQA, EUETS, ROCs, and Drinking Water.
You have
- Extensive knowledge of SHE regulations, and ISO14001 environmental management systems, with proven experience conducting internal audits and maintaining compliance.
- Technical background in science, engineering, or environment, supported by industry qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH), hands-on experience in thermal generation and network operations would be advantageous.
- Strong document management skills, including developing, reviewing, and updating safety-related documents in line with regulatory and corporate standards.
- Proven ability to engage with regulatory bodies and auditors, confidently representing the business in environmental and safety matters.
- Excellent communication, influencing, and leadership skills, with a proactive approach to safety and the ability to drive cultural and operational improvements across all levels.
About SSE
SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.
keep the lights on for millions of people while pioneering low-carbon technologies. From ground-breaking carbon capture and storage projects to plans for what might be the world's first hydrogen-fired power station, we're transforming how we generate energy.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Hannah on / 01738 341147 to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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