Overview
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Base Location: Clunie Power Station, Pitlochry, Perthshire
Salary: £61,620 - £72,592 + car / car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The role
This is a unique opportunity to become a part of a long-standing SSE Operations Hydroelectric team. You will be responsible for the availability and maintenance of the ten hydro stations in the Tummel section. You will play a key role to ensure the power stations are reliable and available to operate as required.
You will
* Ensuring the correct periodicity of planned maintenance defined is completed on time, based on engineering 1st principles, and in a safe and sustainable way.
* Having a good understanding of the specific items of the plant in your area, in order to respond quickly to safety-critical defects and system failures.
* Completing any required maintenance reports or logs on time and in line with company quality requirements.
* Working with and mentoring others in a multi-discipline team to achieve the Hydro business objectives.
* Ensuring all work activities are well-thought-out with safety at the forefront of all work methodology.
You have
* A degree-level qualification in a relevant engineering subject with strong knowledge of maintenance and reliability engineering within the discipline of Control & Instrumentation (C&I) environment.
* Relevant experience with control systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), electrical protection systems, and communication protocols.
* An excellent aptitude for fault-finding and problem-solving, backed up with written analysis to monitor failures.
* A solid understanding of hydroelectric machinery and its interdependent systems, prior experience is advantageous.
* Familiarity with Safe Systems of Work, and a commitment to promoting safety culture by modelling best practices.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proactive approach to training and assessing team members.
* A valid UK driving license.
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. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.
SSE Renewables delivers the green energy the world needs today and tomorrow. We lead the way in the development, build, and operation of renewable power assets, including windfarms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 energy experts powering the transition to a net zero future.
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 hannah.e.cutajar@sse.com / 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.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
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* Strategy/Planning, Science, and Engineering
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* Oil and Gas
* Renewable Energy
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