Electrical Craftsperson

Sse Enterprise; Dunoon; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Gym memberships

Cycle to Work

Family entitlements

Job summary

SSE Renewables Hydro operates the largest fleet of hydro-electric power assets in Scotland. We have an opening for an Electrical Craftsperson to join our Hydro Generation Operations and Maintenance team at Clachan, Sloy or Inverawe Power stations in Argyll.

You will carry out electrical and mechanical maintenance, work with colleagues on repairs and projects, and ensure safety, reliability and performance of plant. A driving licence and proximity to sites are essential.

Qualifications

• Electrical or multi-skilled craftsperson background.
• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds apprenticeship certificates.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Proficient with maintenance scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical and mechanical maintenance, plus civil works, within your area of competence.
• Diagnose issues with maintenance colleagues and deliver project work.
• Complete routine inspections to maintain safety, reliability and performance.
• Report defects, complete risk assessments and participate in environmental/safety inspections.

Skills

Electrical craftsperson

NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds

Team communication

Computer literacy

Education

NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds

Tools

Maintenance software

Job description

Electrical craftsperson

• Job Number: 560107
• Closing at: Nov 12 2026 - 23:55 GMT

Base Location: Clachan Power Station, Inverawe Power Station or Sloy power station.

Salary: SS04 £36,139 - £43,188 depending on skills and experience + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time

The role

SSE Renewables Hydro 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.

We currently have an opportunity for an Electrical Craftsperson to join our Hydro Generation Operations and Maintenance team based at Clachan, Sloy or Inverawe Power stations in Argyll.

Some of your main accountabilities will include;

• Carry out mechanical and electrical maintenance, along with civil works, safely and effectively within your area of competence.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance colleagues to diagnose issues, complete repairs and deliver designated project work.
• Complete routine inspections and checks to maintain equipment and fixed plant to high standards of safety, reliability and operational performance.
• Collaborate with the wider team to report operational defects, complete risk assessments and carry out environmental and safety inspections, while undertaking training to operate and isolate fixed generation plant.

To be successful in this role, we would love you to have;

• An Electrical or Multi-skilled craftsperson background, ideally with previous experience of working on Electrical Generation Equipment.
• A minimum qualification of NVQ Level 3 / City and Guilds or equivalent craft apprenticeship certificates.
• A practical mindset with a passion for working as a part of a team. Excellent communicate skills are essential as you will be interacting with the public and people at all levels of the business.
• A good degree of computer literacy, with the ability to become proficient in using our maintenance scheduling and reporting software and other company software applications for which training will be given.
• A flexible attitude to all aspect of work in the section, with the ability to work as part of a team and communicate with colleagues effectively.

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.

A full driving licence is essential, and you should reside, or be prepared to relocate within 30 miles of the Power Stations Listed

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.

delivers the clean power needed to support the clean energy transition. We lead the way in the development, build, and operation of renewable power assets, including windfarms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 experts helping make electricity clean, affordable and available for all.

Find out more on how we are putting Hydro at the heart of our Net Zero future here; .

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 Pamela Hendry on or 01738 342002 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.