Senior Manager, Strategic Network Planning

SSE Enterprise; Perth; On-site; GBP 66,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Perth is looking for a Senior Manager for Strategic Network Planning. The role involves leading a team in power systems analysis and ensuring compliance with planning standards for the transition to a low carbon future. Ideal candidates should have leadership experience and a strong understanding of the electricity industry. A competitive salary and various benefits are offered.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Free online GP and counselling service

Interest-free loans for tech and transport

Qualifications

• Demonstrable leadership experience managing a team in a busy and dynamic environment.
• Current knowledge of electricity industry and net-zero challenges.
• Experience in techno-economic assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead team in power systems analysis and planning.
• Develop network development plans coordinating with projects.
• Build capability and strong performance in your team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Technical Analysis

Education

Degree-level qualification in electricity networks

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Senior Manager, Strategic Network Planning, Perth

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SSE Enterprise

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Perth, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Manager, Strategic Network Planning

• Job Number: 555003
• Closing at: Aug 11 2025 - 23:55 BST

Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations – Glasgow or Perth.

Salary: £66,100 - £99,100 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available

The role

SSEN Transmission has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager- Strategic Network Planning to contribute to our strategic vision of facilitating the transition of the UK energy system to a low carbon future. Reporting to the Head of Strategic System Planning, you will lead a team of power system engineers undertaking power systems analysis, transmission system planning and technical assessments for renewable generation and low carbon technology connections to our network.

You will

- Take ownership of the system planning of the transmission system in the north of Scotland ensuring compliance with the relevant planning standards and industry codes, and that solutions meet customer requirements

- Maintain and develop network development plans, ensuring coordination between connection projects and wider transmission reinforcement projects, engaging with a wide range of stakeholders internally and externally to ensure efficient whole system outcomes

- Develop robust investment cases and functional requirements specifications for projects and secure approvals for these following SSEN Transmission’s project governance framework

- Develop your team and build capability and strong performance, providing clear direction in line with business priorities

- Demonstrate strong leadership in relevant matters relating to the planning and development of a network for net-zero internally and externally

You have

- Demonstrable leadership experience managing a team in a busy and dynamic environment, delivering quality and timely outcomes

- Current knowledge of the electricity industry, the challenges on the journey to net-zero and knowledge of the relevant codes and standards, statutory and licence obligations under which SSEN Transmission operates

- Experience and understanding of the techno-economic assessment of projects. The ability to lead such assessments; to challenge assumptions; assess a broad range of options; and make recommendations on investment cases

- Outstanding communication skills and the ability to build good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

- A degree-level qualification or equivalent substantial experience in the electricity networks business

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.

own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.

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 Stephanie at or 01738 342963 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.