Network Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking a Network Engineer to help improve network health and ensure safe outcomes for all stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have an HNC in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, project management experience, and strong technical skills. This role offers a salary between £43,704 and £64,738, along with flexible working options and various benefits related to health and wellbeing.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym memberships

Wellbeing benefits

Interest-free loans for tech or transport

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• HNC in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or related field required.
• Proven experience in project and contractual management needed.
• Site Managers Safety Training or IOSH Managing Safety certificate required.
• Experience in technical studies and reports is a must.
• Relevant operational experience, particularly SAP on EHV/HV/LV systems.
• Regular travel required, must possess valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver maintenance to ensure reliable performance and network security.
• Ensure coordinated work delivery and resolve key risks.
• Propose repair work based on network risk assessments.
• Deal with network issues proactively to minimize risks.
• Manage and oversee timely completion of work programs.

Skills

Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Site project management

Site Managers Safety Training

Technical studies and reports

SAP experience

Driving licence

Education

HNC in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Job description

Overview

Base Location: Bournemouth

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

Role summary

We are looking for a Network Engineer to join our team!

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications & experience

• 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.
• Regular travel is required and as a result we can only accept applications from candidates that hold a current driving licence.

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.

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: 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. 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 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.