energy engineer Glasgow, Scotland
Job description
SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £12.5 billion in low carbon projects over the next 5 years, our SSE Renewables (SSER) business continues to be at the forefront of our growth plans, and 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.
About the Role
Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK or Ireland sites, which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading, Havant, Belfast or Dublin.
Salary: £37,600 - £56,400 depending upon experience + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time
Responsible for supporting the commissioning with contractor packages and the implementation of a safe system of work on the mechanical and electrical systems at the onshore & offshore substations, cable networks and wind turbine transition pieces. The key aspect of the role will be the drafting and implementation of safety documentation to allow the setting to work of small commissioning teams. A key interface will be the Commissioning Management Team and package teams within the project team.
Health and Safety
Preparation and implementation of the Safe System of Work on newly constructed plant and equipment across the wind farm including onshore sub-stations. Preparation and review of commissioning procedures and RAMS.
Execution of Commissioning activities
Execute and support site activities to ensure safe, full and effective commissioning and construction of the project(s) is achieved within programme and in accordance with Company and/or client policies and procedures working with the commissioning engineers and technicians.
Contractor interface and management
Plan and coordinate work with teams of engineers, supervisors, back office and technicians to ensure a high level of motivation and efficiency. Supervise and allocate tasks to commissioning teams including contractors.
Programme and budget
Conduct the commissioning activities for the whole wind farm including also the pre-commissioning onshore at the construction / assembly yards.
What do I need?
Business Knowledge
- Have a relevant technical education, for example an ONC/HNC in engineering (ideally electrical engineering) or equivalent;
- Thrive on working in an engineering role and have prior experience of conducting commissioning activities and managing the associated tasks.
- Experience of wind farm construction, commissioning and/or operations in UK.
- Ideally, have previously worked as an electrical / mechanical engineer or Senior Authorised Person up to at least 66KV.
- Have a strong personal drive and a robust sense of quality and professionalism.
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 [email protected] / 01738 275199.
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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