Electrical Craftsperson - Hydropower Maintenance Pro

SSE plc; Scotland; Remote; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Gym memberships

Online GP

Cycle to Work

Maternity / Adoption pay

Paternity leave

Job summary

SSE Renewables Hydro operates the largest fleet of hydro-electric power assets across eight schemes in Scotland. The Electrical Craftsperson role is based at Clachan, Sloy or Inverawe Power stations in Argyll, permanent and full-time.

The role requires maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment, teamwork, and a proactive safety approach. A full driving licence and willingness to relocate within 30 miles are essential.

Qualifications

• Electrical or multi-skilled craftsperson background.
• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds apprenticeship certificates.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather.
• Full driving licence and willing to relocate within 30 miles of the stations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical and electrical maintenance, along with civil works, safely and effectively.
• Collaborate 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 craftsperson

Multi-skilled

Teamwork

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds

Tools

Maintenance scheduling software

Reporting software

Job description

SSE Renewables Hydro operates the largest fleet of hydro-electric power assets across eight schemes in Scotland. The Electrical Craftsperson role is based at Clachan, Sloy or Inverawe Power stations in Argyll, permanent and full-time.

The role requires maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment, teamwork, and a proactive safety approach. A full driving licence and willingness to relocate within 30 miles are essential.