Maintenance Technician

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving 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.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: You will be based in one of our key Hydro sites, which includes sites in the Argyll and Bute, Perth and Kinross, and Highland regions.

Salary: £39,415 - £45,136 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

As Maintenance Technician within the Hydro Maintenance Team, youll be accountable for the delivery for a range of facilities maintenance aspects, ensuring they are fit for purpose and capable of securing the Renewable Operations business in a safe and efficient manner.

The key duties and responsibilities of this Maintenance Technician role include:

- Management of the Battery, Fire Alarm, Fire Extinguisher, Intruder Alarm, LVAC installation, and similar system Maintenance Contracts.

- Management and action of defects in systems associated with the Maintenance Contracts and those arising from Annual Insurance Audits

- The Interface with our Hydro Operations Central Control for the issue and cancellation of Fire Alarm System Impairment Notices.

- Management and supervision of contracting partners while on-site maintaining, upgrading and commissioning systems.

- Update of records and Management of Plant and Process Change.

What do I need?

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

- A minimum of an HNC qualification or equivalent within a related engineering discipline and practical experience, or an extensive background in a maintenance and operations environment. Ideally you'll have practical experience and a background in renewable generation sites.

- Experience of computerised maintenance management systems, planning / scheduling techniques and processes, and Safe Systems of Work. If not already attained, you'll have the opportunity to obtain the high level of Safe System of Work authorisation necessary to enable the role.

- Knowledge and understanding of key health and safety regulations such as PUWER, LOLER, Pressure Systems and Electricity at Work.

- Attained, or working towards a CITB Site Management Safety Training Scheme or similar qualification.

- Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to travel, therefore, a full valid driving license will be essential.

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.