Electrical Network Engineer

SSE; Farnham; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in the UK seeks an Electrical Network Engineer responsible for enhancing network health, ensuring reliable performance, and overseeing safety outcomes. The ideal candidate will have an HNC in Electrical Engineering and experience in project management and technical assessments. Along with a competitive salary of £43,704 - £64,738, the role includes benefits like flexible working, private healthcare discounts, and access to a company vehicle for travel.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym memberships

Wellbeing benefits

Interest-free loans for tech and transport

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in site project and contractual management.
• Experience of carrying out detailed technical studies and reports.
• Valid driving licence is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver maintenance to ensure reliable performance and network security.
• Prioritise resources for work delivery and risk resolution.
• Manage portfolio of work including defects resolution.

Skills

Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Project management

Technical studies

Site Managers Safety Training

EHV/HV/LV systems knowledge

Education

HNC in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Job description

Base Location: Aldershot, Basingstoke - farnham area

Salary: £43,704 - £64,738 depending on experience + standby allowance + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible working options available

We are looking for a Electrical Network Engineer.

This role is responsible for the completion of works to improve the health index of the network whilst helping to deliver safe outcomes for the workforce, customers and the environment.

You will be:

• Delivering maintenance to ensure reliable performance and network security to meet regulatory and business plan objectives.
• Delivering programmes and an overview of work to be completed and prioritisation of resources, ensuring a co-ordinated approach to work delivery and resolution of key risks.
• Understanding the level of risk of the network in all geographical areas of the Region at any time and propose repair work through a prioritised portfolio.
• Understanding and ensuring that issues on the network are dealt with appropriately and proactively, to minimise risk to project, asset or programme.
• Ensuring the portfolio of programme of works including but not limited to defects resolution and PSI's, is managed within timescales and produce programmes and plans to oversee and manage the works.

You have:

• HNC in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or other relative engineering discipline.
• Proven experience in site project and contractual management.
• Site Managers Safety Training or IOSH Managing Safety.
• Experience of carrying out detailed technical studies and reports.
• Relevant operational / technical experience and knowledge - SAP experience on EHV/HV/LV systems.

This role involves travel across various locations to support business needs. To enable you to fulfil these responsibilities, as a role requirement, the company will provide access to a vehicle for work-related travel.

The requirement will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and if the company car policy criteria are met, there will be an opportunity to join the company car scheme. Provision of a company car or cash allowance does not form part of the contractual terms and conditions of employment for this role.

A valid driving licence is essential 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 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 energy experts 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 344051 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.