Operational Risk Lead Engineer Cambuslang Salary starting from £60,800 per annum plus excellent benefits Flexible Hybrid Working Closing Date: 16 July 2925 Help us create a better future, quicker SP Energy Networks (SPEN) are working to achieve 2030 transmission network targets set by the Scottish and UK Government. SPEN will invest over £5bn in transmission projects across our transmission network in central and southern Scotland by 2030. This is an exciting opportunity for you to be at the forefront of innovative engineering! You will be pathing the way to NetZero using new technologies to develop and deliver engineering solutions for transmission networks (132kV and above) for the ever-evolving energy landscape. As a vital part of SPEN, you will be exposed to a wide range of new and emerging responsibilities, and at a pivotal time as ScottishPower leads the fight against climate change and strives to deliver our ambitious growth and investment plans. You can expect to be working with and learning from a broad range of stakeholders from across SPEN, the Iberdrola Group and relevant external bodies. What you’ll be doing The Operational Risk Lead Engineer within SP Transmission Operations will be responsible for developing plans to mitigate against Operational Risks and Network Incidents to ensure strong business preparation for these scenarios. The postholder will work closely with the Operational teams in developing contingency plans, communicating these plans with key stakeholders, and testing these plans to ensure their effectiveness and suitability in an emergency. They will be responsible for the Operations Risk Register for the department and work closely to ensure the Technical Risk Register in the business is reflective of the issues being managed by the Operational teams. The Operational Risk Lead Engineer will also work closely with the Transmission Strategic Stores Team to assess strategic stock levels, create replenishment strategies, and ensure any contingency plans reflect current stock holdings. This position has 2 direct reports. The successful person will be responsible for: Leading the safety & environmental culture, ensuring all legislation and company rules, policies and procedures are adhered to. Developing and managing the Operational Risk Framework for Transmission Operations including Business continuity, Black Start plans, and Transmission Incident Response Plans/ Developing plans to test the emergency plans and develop emergency exercise drills to ensure the team are familiar and confident with their roles in various scenarios. Make balanced decisions, considering all possible information available, able to consult with others when applicable and anticipate/recognise possible outcomes Managing the risk control framework and formulation of risk management strategy. Creating a suite of Network Contingency Plans ensuring all plans developed are available for pre and post fault implementation. Ensure these contingency plans are reviewed regularly and take in to account current transmission stock levels, equipment lead times, and contractor arrangements. Work with Transmission Strategic Stores Team to assess strategic stock levels and plan for replenishment. Acting as focal point for the key operational Interfaces within the business across key stakeholders within Network Operations. Owning and leading in overall objectives to improve the safety and customer service culture across the organisation. What you’ll bring Working knowledge of Energy Networks policies, procedures and practices. Working knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation. Developed customer service, negotiation, communication and man management skills. Project, contract & SLA management and general commercial & regulatory awareness. Strong operational experience spanning Transmission and Distribution Operations including involvement in network incident management and potential contingency arrangements. Experience in Transmission Network Design. Ability to devise engineering solutions and designs to complex situations. What’s in it for you As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%. At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include: 36 days annual leave Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme Payroll giving and charity matched funding Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purposes Count us in – pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments Life Assurance (4x salary) Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more Why SP Energy Networks SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network – connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It’s a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland’s ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we’re taking it very seriously. We’re investing >£5.5 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation. Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in. We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to careers@scottishpower.com. Mobility Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements. I MPORTANT Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before Job Posting End Date below July-17-2025