C&I Technician

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £12.5 billion in low carbon projects over the next 5 years, our SSE Renewables (SSER) business continues to be at the forefront of our growth plans, and our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. We are proud to be playing a critical role in the net zero transition, as we aim to more than treble the net capacity in operation to 13GW and grow renewable energy output five-fold to over 50TWh over the next 10 years.

Base Location: Flexible - Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness or Glasgow

Salary: £44,195 - £50,611 depending on skills and experience + 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 is an exciting opportunity to work across the SSE Renewables Hydro teams and reporting directly to the Lead C&I Discipline Engineer. As a Hydro C&I Technician you'll be responsible for supporting the regional maintenance teams while playing an important role in leading and supporting C&I projects.

The role will involve working across all Hydro regions which covers much of Scotland. As such it will involve occasional overnight stays and frequent travel to sites. There may also be instances when you will be required to work outside normal working hours.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Providing technical support for SCADA, control systems, data communications, and other C&I assets.

- Planning, scheduling, co-ordinating and supervising C&I projects alongside the lead C&I engineer and regional maintenance teams.

- Assessing the technical integrity of C&I assets and proposing technical solutions proactively.

- Understanding the importance of OT Cyber Security and supporting the implementation of the Hydro cyber security policy.

- Supporting, maintaining and promoting engineering best practices.

What do I need?

- A minimum of HNC qualification or equivalent in a relevant engineering subject.

- Experience operating and maintaining PLC's, SCADA systems and field instrumentation. You should also be familiar with various fixed and wireless communication protocols and have a basic understanding of OT cyber security.

- Understand the basics of project life cycle from FEED through to commissioning, and basic knowledge of project design deliverables.

- Extensive knowledge of C&I maintenance activities.

- The ability to communicate clearly and translate technical data into easy-to-understand language.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.
As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Pamela on 01738 342002.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.