OHL Craftsperson

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Lochgilphead; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health discounts

Gym memberships

Online GP

Counselling service

Cycle to Work

Maternity pay

Paternity leave

Adoption pay

Job summary

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks is seeking a Craftsperson to join our team and support construction, connections and repairs across overhead and underground networks up to 11/33kV. You will prioritise personal and team safety while delivering reliable network services.

Based in Oban, Dunoon or Lochgilphead, the role requires outdoor work in all weather, standby duties and occasional overnight stays, with opportunities to develop LV/HV switching authorisations.

Qualifications

• Experience in the UK electricity industry around overhead lines or underground cables.
• Electrical experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Ability to work at heights is desirable.
• Strong commitment to safety and promoting a positive safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Carry out construction, new connection and repair work across LV to 11/33kV.
• Ensure personal and team safety and promote a safety culture.
• Work outdoors in all weather, participate in standby duties and occasional overnight stays.
• Travel to Training Facility in Perth for courses.
• Develop LV/HV switching authorisations with progression toward SAP authorisation.

Skills

UK electricity industry experience

Overhead/underground cabling

Safety conscious

Strong communication

Adaptable

Full UK Driving License

Job description

Base Location:

Oban, Dunoon or Lochgilphead.

Salary:

£36,139 - £43,188 depending on skills & experience + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern:

Permanent | Full Time

The role

Our teams are growing whilst also achieving great results, and you could be part of this exciting and challenging business that provides job security and the opportunity for you to develop.

A Craftsperson is at the heart of our network, helping us to power change. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to develop an exciting career and further authorisation within SSE.

You will

• Carry out construction, new connection and repair work across overhead and underground networks from LV up to and including 11/33kV.
• Take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of colleagues, promoting a strong safety culture in all activities.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including participation in out-of-hours standby duties and short-notice attendance during storm situations, with occasional overnight stays required.
• Travel to our Training Facility in Perth to attend training courses.
• Develop skills and experience to gain LV and HV switching authorisations, with opportunities to progress towards SAP authorisation.

You have

• Experience working within the UK electricity industry on or around overhead lines or underground cables; electrical experience would be highly advantageous but is not essential.
• Ability to work at heights, with previous experience desirable.
• Strong commitment to safety, with a proactive approach to embedding and promoting a positive safety culture and always adhering to safety guidelines.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly and effectively to different audiences.
• Enthusiasm, drive and a flexible approach to work, with the ability to adapt to changing business and project priorities.
• Ability to undertake a physically demanding role, supported by an active and flexible lifestyle and a willingness to participate in a standby rota.

It is an essential requirement that you hold a Full UK Driving License 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 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.