Data and Compliance Technician

SSE; Inverness; On-site; GBP 40,525 - 48,427; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Gym memberships

Online GP

Counselling service

Cycle to Work

Maternity and paternity leave

Loans for tech/transport

Job summary

SSEN Transmission in Scotland is seeking an Operations Data & Compliance Technician to manage data, compliance and training across the asset lifecycle. You will maintain technical documents, verify data quality and support engineering teams with equipment updates.

In a Flexible First environment based in Scotland, you will monitor KPI outputs for operations and ensure ESQCR compliance, while coordinating inspections and training across key disciplines.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 3 in engineering with an HNC preferred.
• Understanding of power system components and operations.
• Knowledge of Maximo and systems such as SYPOL, Vault, ArcGIS, Autodesk Vault, Viewpoint.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Full driving licence for travel to sites.

Responsibilities

• Record inspection, maintenance and testing outputs with KPI tracking.
• Verify data accuracy in Maximo and other platforms for engineering teams.
• Ensure CDM Health and Safety compliance across asset deliverables.
• Maintain technical documentation such as vendor manuals and drawings.
• Coordinate inspection/maintenance activities and train key operational staff.

Skills

Data accuracy

KPI monitoring

Stakeholder liaison

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

SVQ Level 3 in engineering

HNC preferred

Tools

Maximo

SYPOL

Vault

ArcGIS

Autodesk Vault

Viewpoint

Job description

Base Location: Flexible Scotland | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however, need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around Scotland, Dundee, Perth, Elgin, Inverness

Salary: £40,525 - £48,427 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Fixed Term | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

We have a fantastic new opportunity for an Operations Data & Compliance Technician to join SSEN Transmission in our goal for Net Zero. You will be responsible for maintaining technical documents and liaising with various levels of stakeholders to ensure our data, compliance and training are accurately maintained.

You will

• Record inspection, maintenance and testing outputs ensuring accuracy throughout SSEN Transmission. This includes maintaining Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for operations, including Insulation & Interruption Gas (IIG) and Oil activity, and ensuring Electricity Safety, Quality & Continuity Regulations (ESQCR) defects are recorded and rectified.
• Review and verify data accuracy in Maximo and other platforms, supporting our engineering teams with equipment updates.
• Ensure compliance with Construction Design & Management (CDM) Health and Safety standards for project deliverables throughout the asset lifecycle.
• Maintain technical documentation such as vendor manuals and drawings for on-site operations.
• Coordinate inspection and maintenance activities and ensure training for key operational disciplines.

You have

• Minimum SVQ Level 3 in engineering discipline, HNC preferred. Experience in a similar role within the power systems industry will be considered.
• Demonstrable awareness and understanding of main power system components and a working knowledge of all technical functions within power system operations.
• A clear understanding and use of Maximo and systems such as SYPOL, Vault, Electric Office, ESRI ArcGIS, Autodesk Vault, Viewpoint.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A full driving licence as travel is required for this role.

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

SSEN Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.

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 Andy on [e-mail] / 01738 275370 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.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.