Electrical Craftsperson – Hydroelectric Plant Maintenance

SSE plc; Kilchattan Bay; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

SSE Renewables Hydro seeks an Electrical Craftsperson to join our Operations and Maintenance team at Clachan, Sloy or Inverawe Power stations in Argyll. You will carry out electrical and mechanical maintenance, collaborate with colleagues on repairs, and inspect equipment to ensure safety and reliability across our hydro assets.

The role requires an Electrical or multi-skilled background, NVQ Level 3 / City and Guilds, and good computer skills.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 / City and Guilds or equivalent craft apprenticeship certificates.
• Electrical or Multi-skilled craftsperson background, ideally with experience on Electrical Generation Equipment.
• Practical mindset with ability to work as part of a team; excellent communication with all levels of the business.
• Good computer literacy with ability to use maintenance scheduling and reporting software and other company apps.
• Flexible attitude to all aspects of work and ability to communicate with colleagues effectively.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Electrical background

Multi-skilled crafts

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Team player

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City and Guilds or equivalent

Job description

SSE Renewables Hydro seeks an Electrical Craftsperson to join our Operations and Maintenance team at Clachan, Sloy or Inverawe Power stations in Argyll. You will carry out electrical and mechanical maintenance, collaborate with colleagues on repairs, and inspect equipment to ensure safety and reliability across our hydro assets.

The role requires an Electrical or multi-skilled background, NVQ Level 3 / City and Guilds, and good computer skills.