Maintenance Engineering Manager

Equal Approach Ltd; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A major energy firm is seeking a Maintenance Engineering Manager to oversee the maintenance program of substation assets in the UK. The role requires strong leadership skills and experience in electrical networks up to 33kV. Responsibilities include managing a fitting team, ensuring safety, and meeting delivery forecasts. Competitive salary and flexible work options available, along with comprehensive benefits including healthcare discounts and family leave.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Access to a free online GP

Interest-free loans for transport and tech

Qualifications

• Experience with Electrical networks up to 33kV.
• Experience in change management and leading projects.
• Strong health and safety values.

Responsibilities

• Deliver maintenance program for substation assets.
• Manage fitting team to ensure safety and productivity.
• Accountable for delivery forecasts to meet targets.

Skills

People leadership skills

IT and data analytical skills

Health and safety mindset

Adaptability

Tools

Maximo

Electric Office

Excel

Power On

Job description

Overview

Base Location: Oxford, Swindon, Melksham or Andover

Salary: £49,004 – £57,728 + car/cash allowance and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

If you are 33kv SAP PTW authorised the salary for this role will be £54,952 – £64,738

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

We are looking for a Maintenance Engineering Manager to join our busy team!

Responsibilities

• As a Maintenance Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for delivery of the maintenance programme for distribution network substation assets from LV to 33kV in the north of Ridgeway, working on behalf of the Maintenance and Inspection team.
• Managing a fitting team, you’ll ensure safety, support team development, and drive productivity and quality in daily maintenance and inspection tasks.
• You’ll be accountable for monthly delivery forecasts to meet annual targets, while also supporting projects focused on asset health.
• This includes managing several maintenance jobs at any given time and providing key insights to guide asset lifecycle decisions.
• Lead by example, grow and develop the team’s knowledge whilst ensuring that safety is the number one value. Demonstrate an open, honest and positive communication style and engage at all levels to instil a high performing culture.

What you will have

• Experience of working on and operating Electrical networks up to 33kV. Having up to 33kV Senior Authorised Person authorisations (or working towards) would be advantageous but not essential.
• Excellent people leadership skills, with experience in change management and leading high-volume output projects.
• Proficient IT and data analytical skills to ensure accurate and timely reporting through systems such as Maximo, Electric Office, Excel and Power On.
• A strong health and safety mindset, with values that align with SSE and our Safety family culture, coupled with experience of integrating and maintaining these within an operational environment.
• Enthusiasm, drive, a flexible approach to work and an ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We’re investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world’s largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

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

Flexible benefits to fit your life: 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. Generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Equal opportunity

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Kim on 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.