Base Location: Clachan Power Station, (Near Cairndow)
Salary: SS06 £43,704 - £51,484 depending on skills and experience + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time
The Role
SSE Renewables operate the largest fleet of hydro‑electric power assets across eight hydro schemes in Scotland and are looking for an Operations Team Lead at Clachan. Our portfolio totals 1,459MW of installed capacity, which includes pumped storage and flexible hydro.
Responsibilities
* Provide day‑to‑day management and supervision of a multi‑disciplined team of crafts persons and semi‑skilled staff.
* Look after the safety of the general public, environment, staff and contractors within the area.
* Coordinate and plan the section workload, utilising a computer‑based maintenance system.
* Ensure technical, legislative, environmental and safety standards are met.
* Be responsible for managing packages of work.
* Undertake authorisation training to perform HV switching, plant operations and isolations, plus authorised duties up to Auxiliary Plant Authorisation under the Hydro System Safety Rules.
Qualifications
* Experience in a Hydro Generation environment or in a similar heavy industry.
* A recognised qualification in an electrical or mechanical discipline is preferred; extensive hands‑on experience in an electrical or mechanical engineering environment is essential. Opportunity to work towards an HNC level qualification if required.
* Experience as a line manager, with the ability to negotiate and influence a variety of stakeholders across varying levels of seniority.
* Progression possible by completing the necessary training and assessment process and carrying out the duties and responsibilities of SAP under the Hydro System Safety Rules.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to reside or relocate within 30 miles of Clachan.
Benefits
* Discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships.
* Wellbeing benefits such as a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service.
* Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets.
* Option to purchase a new bike through our Cycle to Work scheme.
* Generous family entitlements including maternity, adoption pay and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer. SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure your application and experience with us are positive.
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