Automation technician

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Swindon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Gym memberships

Online GP

Counselling service

Cycle to Work

Maternity pay

Paternity leave

Job summary

SSEN Distribution, part of the SSE group, are recruiting for an Automation technician responsible for installation/maintenance and fault repair of remotely controlled switchgear and communications systems up to 11kV. Travel across locations is required; a company vehicle may be provided.

The role emphasizes safety and requires driving licence, with a permanent onsite pattern and a salary between £45,452 and £54,311 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• SSEN operational authorisations CAT 1,2,4,5 and 7.
• Ability to manage own work program.
• Willingness to learn CAT 4E, CAT 7 and automation installations.
• Valid driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission automation schemes.
• Monitor and supervise contractors across the Ridgeway region.
• Fault finding, repairing and maintaining automation defects daily.
• Maintain and install automation equipment on the network up to 11 kV, ensuring timely works and quick restoration.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures at all times.

Skills

Work program management

Independent worker

Team collaboration

CAT 1-7 authorisations

Job description

location: Melksham, Swindon, Andover or Oxford

Salary: £45,452 - £54,311 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Onsite

The Region are currently recruiting for an Automation technician who will be responsible for the installation/maintenance & daily fault repair of remotely controlled switchgear and associated equipment including all communications systems that support this within the electrical distribution up to 11kv.

You Will Be

• Responsible for installing and commissioning automation schemes.
• Monitoring and supervise contractors throughout the Ridgeway region
• Fault finding, repairing and maintaining automation defects on a daily basis, using multiply manufacturer equipment to assist with this.
• Responsible for maintaining and installing automation electrical equipment on the electricity network up to 11,000 volts, ensuring works are completed within specific time frames and the network is restored to normal operation as soon as possible. This will also include emergency response to fault scenarios.
• Safety is a key priority at SSE and throughout everything you do you will adhere to safety policies and procedures.

You Will Have

• The ability to effectively manage your own work program.
• To learn and develop your role, having knowledge of the automation currently installed.
• SSEN operational authorisations CAT 1,2,4,5, and 7.
• Be motivated to work alone and within a team.
• Training will be given for CAT 4E, CAT 7 and automation installations if required.

This role involves travel across various locations to support business needs. To enable you to fulfil these responsibilities, as a role requirement, the company will provide access to a vehicle for work-related travel.

The requirement will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and if the company car policy criteria are met, there will be an opportunity to join the company car scheme. Provision of a company car or cash allowance does not form part of the contractual terms and conditions of employment for this role.

A valid driving licence is essential.

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to be restless every day until we make electricity clean, affordable and available for all.

We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. This includes electricity transmission and distribution networks, onshore and offshore wind farms, hydro-electric power and flexible thermal generation. We also provide products and services for businesses and other customers.

Our investment plan will see SSE invest £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030.

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and technical specialists keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

Flexible Benefits To Fit Your Life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. please contact [e-mail] / 01738 344051 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.