Civil Operative
* Job Number: 552333
* Closing at: Jun 27 2025 - 23:55 BST
Base Location: Muir of Ord, Inverness
Salary: £14.55ph – £16.90ph (45 hour working week) depending on skills and experience + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time
The role
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.
Find out more on how we are putting Hydro at the heart of our Net Zero future here;
We currently have an opportunity for a Civil Operative to join us within the Hydro Civil Operations & Maintenance Civil Squad North.
You will
* Maintain the Civil Hydro Assets within our Affric, Beauly, Conon, Shin and Great Glen catchments.
* Be part of a squad of 4 responsible for carrying out a wide range of Civil construction duties and activities with our Hydro Catchment, ranging from replacing or repairing concrete structures and pipelines to the maintenance of buildings, roads, bridges and other assets.
* Work on the Hydro Assets involves working the majority of the time outside throughout the year, the role involves a level of physical work from hillwalking, ditching clearing and general manual handling.
You have
* Past experience in civil construction activities. Mainly general labouring duties supporting a squad undertaking concrete repairs, RC concreting works and general maintenance. We will consider applicants that have transferable skills from other industries.
* Plant operation experience would be advantageous. Training opportunities if you do not have the relevant experience will be available to allow you to gain experience with relevant plant for your role.
* Safety is one of our key priorities so you should have the ability to risk assess activities throughout your working day and to work within our Health and Safety guidelines.
* The work involves regular travel and where necessary, working away from home may be required. As you will be travelling to different sites it is essential you already hold a full, current driving licence.
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.
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
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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