Commissioning Technician

About the role

Base Location: Perth

Salary: £44,195 - £50,611 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time

The Commissioning Technician's key responsibilities are:

- Provision of first line support for development, preparation, testing, commissioning, maintenance and upgrade of Transmission Control Centre SCADA displays and controls, enabling delivery of a safe and reliable interface for 24/7 Transmission system operations and safety.

- Integration of operational data and signalling from the Transmission asset base into the control centre systems and onwards to the GB System Operator to meet our Transmission License, Grid Code and STC obligations.

- Use and maintenance of the security of the Data Historian System called PI.

- Provision of TCC Systems technical guidance to TCC Control Room and Transmission Field Unit Engineers.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Previous technical experience in a role involving electrical, mechanical or hydraulic systems and SCADA would be an advantage.

- Knowledge and understanding of the Transmission network, paired with the foresight to be able to technically design new displays for safe operation by Transmission Control Room.

- The ability to be able to communicate to a wide audience - internal and external Project Managers, Project Engineers, National Grid and external contractors.

- You will possess or be working towards a recognised Engineering qualification.

- Proficiency in the use Microsoft Office applications.

About our Business

SSEN Transmission owns and operates the electricity transmission network in the north of Scotland, transporting energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, providing a safe and reliable supply of electricity to the communities it serves. Home to some of the UK's greatest resources of renewable energy, SSEN Transmission is playing a critical role in the transition to a low carbon future, developing, building, maintaining and operating a network for net zero.

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 Iona on 01738 344049.

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.