LV System Control and Dispatch Manager

Medirest Signature; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company based in Portsmouth is seeking a dedicated manager for their Low Voltage Automation and Fault Management strategy. This permanent, full-time role involves leading a skilled team to improve fault response on LV networks and drive operational excellence, with a strong focus on innovative technologies and customer relations.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym membership discounts

Free online GP service

24/7 counselling service

Interest-free loans on tech and transport

Cycle to Work scheme

Maternity and adoption pay

Paternity leave

Qualifications

• Excellent understanding of the Distribution Network Operator (DNO) business.
• Extensive management experience in operations within a similar environment.
• Proven track record of managing teams and high value programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to respond efficiently to live faults on the LV network.
• Develop approaches to improve LV fault response and team capabilities.
• Monitor developments in network technologies to enhance operational practices.

Skills

Management Experience

Low Voltage Network Operations

Data Analytics

Customer Relations

Job description

Base Location: Portsmouth Depot (Walton Park)

Salary: £58,100 - £87,100 + up to 10% performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

The role

You will be responsible for the successful delivery of the Low Voltage Automation and Fault Management strategy for our SEPD licence area. Under your leadership you'll continue to develop the operational response to faults on the LV network, whilst enhancing our proactive investment focus.

You will

You will lead your team of dispatchers to ensure that resources are used efficiently in a targeted manner to respond to all live faults on the network. Through your leadership you will develop the approach to focus and improve LV fault response and enhance the team's knowledge and technical capability to deliver a high performing dispatch function that delivers significant results in terms of our Interruption Incentive Scheme and Opex savings.

Working with the Network Innovation team, you will monitor market leading developments in technologies and approaches placing SSEN at the forefront of new and emerging LV Network practices.

- Safety, Health and Environment.

- Network Management.

- Customer Relations.

- Compliance, Data Analytics and Reporting.

- Budget & Management Responsibility.

- Standby and Storm Cover.

You have

- An excellent understanding of the Distribution Network Operator (DNO) business.

- Excellent management experience and delivery of successful operations within a similar role/environment.

- An extensive knowledge of Low Voltage Network Operations.

- A proven track record of managing teams and 3rd party partner companies, projects, and high value programmes either through direct employee workforce and/or third-party contractors.

- An understanding of the price control challenges and targets within a regulated business environment.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition - to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

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 Jim on 01738 341514 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.