Electrical/Mechanical Fitter

SSE plc; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Gym memberships discounts

Free online GP

Cycle to Work scheme

Maternity & adoption pay

Job summary

SSE plc is seeking a mechanically or electrically skilled technician to maintain and repair electrical network equipment up to 33kV from our Aberdeen base. The role includes fault response, planned maintenance, and safe switching operations, with full training provided.

You will work outdoors in varied conditions, travel between locations as required, and engage with customers professionally while upholding health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical or electrical fitting; full training provided.
• Existing Electrical Senior Authorised Person up to 11kV is advantageous.
• Strong commitment to health and safety and safe working practices.
• Excellent customer service and professional communication with customers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain/repair network equipment up to 33kV; restore supplies.
• Deliver planned maintenance on switchgear, transformers, busbars and protection equipment.
• Carry out network switching and restoration up to 33kV per authorised level.
• Plan and coordinate work to ensure safe and effective delivery.
• Build positive relationships with customers, contractors and stakeholders.

Skills

Mechanical background

Electrical background

Customer service

Communication skills

Driving licence

Health & safety awareness

Job description

Base Location: Aberdeen

Salary:£36,139 - £54,311 depending on skills and experience (11kV SAP could earn up to £48,427 and 33kV SAP could earn up to £54,311)+ a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern:Permanent | Full Time |Flexible Firstoptions available

The role

Operations teams are at the heart of keeping the lights on, providing a frontline response across the electricity network. When faults occur, we act quickly to restore supplies, coordinating skilled teams to diagnose and repair issues safely and efficiently. Working around the clock and in all weather conditions, we play a vital role in delivering a reliable service for our customers.

We are seeking candidates with a mechanical or electrical background to join our team, helping to maintain, inspect and repair the network infrastructure that powers homes and businesses across our communities.

You will

• Maintain and repair electrical equipment on the network up to and including 33kV, responding to faults and restoring supplies safely and efficiently.
• Deliver planned maintenance activities on switchgear, transformers, busbars and protection equipment to meet performance targets.
• Carry out network switching and restoration activities up to 33kV in line with your authorisation level.
• Plan and coordinate work activities to ensure safe and effective delivery.
• Build positive relationships with customers, contractors and key stakeholders, delivering excellent customer service.
• Work outdoors in a demanding environment and take advantage of ongoing training and development opportunities.

You have

• Experience in mechanical or electrical fitting, with knowledge of electricity distribution networks being advantageous but not essential, as full training can be provided.
• Existing authorisation as an Electrical Senior Authorised Person up to 11kV, which would be advantageous and may be reflected in the grade offered.
• A strong commitment to health and safety, with the ability to promote safe working practices in everything you do.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, with confidence dealing directly with customers and stakeholders in a professional manner.
• The ability to build positive working relationships and represent the business effectively in customer-facing situations.
• A full, clean driving licence and the flexibility to work varied hours and travel to different locations when required.
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to respond effectively to operational and customer needs.

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 340954 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.