Electrical Craftsperson

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 over the next 10 years.

SSE Renewables operate the largest fleet of hydro-electric power assets across eight hydro schemes in Scotland. Our portfolio totals 1,459MW of installed capacity, which includes pumped storage and flexible hydro. Our assets consist of some of the most iconic power station sites constructed, which brought hydro-electric power to the Scottish Glens 80 years ago.

**About the Role**

**Base Location**:Killin Workshop, Killin, Perthshire

**Salary**: £31,339 - £35,892 depending on skills and experience + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

**Working Pattern**: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

Our SSE Renewables Hydro Operations and Maintenance Teams are responsible for the operation and maintenance of our Hydro generation assets. The multi-disciplined team based at Killin Workshop are accountable for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair of our Hydro Generation Plant, and we have an opportunity for an Electrical Craftsperson to join the team.

**Some of your main accountabilities will include;**
- Carrying out electrical maintenance activities plus mechanical and civil works within your competence.
- Day-to-day rectification, repair and designated project work.
- Routine inspections and checks to ensure our equipment and fixed plant is at a high standard of operational effectiveness.
- Reporting operational defects as they arise, carrying out risk assessments, plus environmental and safety inspections.
- Undergoing the relevant training to operate and isolate fixed generation plant where required.

**Due to the nature of this role, you should reside, or be prepared to relocate, within 30 miles of Killin Workshop, Killin, Perthshire.**

**What do I need?**

To be considered this role, we would love you to have the following;
- Experience of working in an Electrical craftsperson role or similar position, with a practical understanding of Electrical Generation Equipment.
- A minimum qualification of NVQ Level 3 / City and Guilds, or equivalent craft apprenticeship certificates.

Due to the nature of the role, you may, from time to time, be required to work outside in all weather conditions and it may be necessary to carry out work out with normal working hours, so the willingness to be flexible is essential.

**What's in it for you?**

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

**Next Steps**

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

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