Lead Engineer

Lead Engineer (Circuits)

Cambuslang

Salary starting from £52,480 per annum

Flexible Hybrid Working

Closing Date: 8 Mar 2024

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.

A Lead Engineer with SPEN  leads and coaches a team to effectively deliver a programme of modernisation and repair and ensure cable systems, including associated equipment, are inspected and maintained to industry standards whilst providing technical leadership and guidance.

What you'll be doing

You will be reporting to the Circuits Manager in Transmission Network Operations, responsible for the operational management of the cable systems in SPT from 33kv to 400kV.  This will focus on inspection, maintenance and fault repair of the cable systems and may also include the refurbishment of the cable systems to extend the life of the asset.

The role will involve Leading a small team, providing clear goals and direction to maximise productivity, quality and effectiveness, ensuring we are meeting our policy, H&S and ESQCR requirements for managing a transmission asset.  This will also require the close financial management of all activities, including forecasting through-out the year on all activities and tracking our performance against regulatory allowances,  with the goal of outperforming allowances and minimising the cost to the customer.

You will require sufficient technical knowledge of the current cable systems installed in Scotland and each of their unique operating characteristics.  The role will require to provide technical input into all matters associated with the cable systems, working closely with our Asset Manager to ensure we maximise the efficiency and operational life from each asset to replace before end of life.

The role will also require working with the full Circuits team sharing knowledge and experience, supporting all areas as required from OHL, Vegetation Management and Capital Modernisation programmes to maximise the productivity of the Circuits team.

To achieve this you will require to:

• Ensure that your team are aware of the business objectives as well as setting, discussing and reviewing targets and performance.

• Track monthly performance on the business scorecard with clear targets

• Develop and motivate your team, including trainees.

• Manage performance by celebrating success and by dealing with poor performance.

• Develop an understanding of the relevant trade union agreements.

• Carry out site and operational audits on your team.

• Ensure team is aware of and complies with Company Health, Safety and Environmental requirements and update them on particular issues as they arise working with your team towards a zero accident culture.

• Capture feedback and issues from Operational Safety and Compliance Audits, Quality Audits etc and address any non-conformances.

• Provide monthly updates on performance and develop and implement agreed solutions to areas of concern.

• Comply with OFGEM and internal levels of service

• Respond appropriately to Customer Complaints, taking ownership and resolving as appropriate

• Deliver excellent customer service to all aspects of your operation and instil this in your team. Actively promote customer service standards within area of responsibility.

• Ensure assigned resources are deployed to maximum effectiveness.

What you'll bring

• Working knowledge of Energy Networks policies, procedures and working practices.

• Working knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation.

• Awareness of network development policies and procedures.

• Developed customer service skills.

• Knowledge of network and business data and network management systems.

• General commercial & regulatory awareness.

• Developed negotiation, communication and people management skills.

• Ability to devise solutions to complex problems/challenges.

• Working knowledge of industrial relations framework.

• Knowledge of Employment Law

• Working knowledge of SAP

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 nudge' 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 .