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SalarySSE 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: Viking Wind Farm, Shetland
Salary: £39,415 - £45,136 per annum + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
As an Onshore Operations Site Supervisor, you'll be accountable for maintaining high standards regarding statutory legislation, safety performance, contractor management, clean building standards, personal behaviour to name but a few. All whilst ensuring the wind farm meets its availability and production targets.
Some of your other main accountabilities will include:
- Liaising with internal and external key stakeholders and facilitating a safe system of work for staff and contractors by carrying out inductions, reviewing risk assessments and method statements.
- Acting as an ambassador for SSE, engaging positively with visitors and 3rd parties around our safety standards whilst on site.
- Ensuring that planned maintenance routines are carried out on time and to the required standard.
- Providing emergency response by reacting to incidents, carrying out investigations and sharing the learnings across the business.
- Building and managing budgets in line with forecast.
What do I need?
To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:
- A minimum of ONC / SNVQ III or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.
- Previous experience of working on electro-mechanical systems such as rotating machines, gearboxes, switch gear and control systems.
- The ability to read and follow engineering drawings, single line diagrams and schematics.
- Outstanding organisational and communication skills, with the ability to influence and forge strong relationships with stakeholders across a variety of levels and seniority.
- Experience of working at height and with pressure systems and lifting equipment.
- An understanding of financial protocols and experience managing small budgets.
As you will be providing supervision to working parties, managerial and leadership experience within a fast-moving operational environment will be necessary.
Although this role will be primarily based on Shetland, some travel to other sites within the region may be required, therefore a valid and current driving licence is 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 Andrew on andrew.duncan2@sse.com / 01738 275847.
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.
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