Trainee Craftsperson – Electrical Grid

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Dunoon; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Private healthcare discounts

Online GP

Cycle to Work

Family entitlements

Job summary

SSE's Trainee Craftsperson opportunity in Scotland invites motivated individuals to learn construction and repair on overhead and underground networks up to 11/33kV. Base locations Oban, Dunoon or Lochgilphead; permanent full-time; salary £30,684–£36,666 plus benefits.

You'll receive industry-leading training and clear development pathways. You'll gain hands-on skills outdoors, work with experienced teams, and progress toward LV/HV authorisations with potential to advance within the electricity

Qualifications

• Interest in building a career within electricity distribution or utilities.
• Hands-on experience from work, education, hobbies or similar environments.
• Strong commitment to safety and willingness to learn safe working practices.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Enthusiasm, a positive attitude and flexible approach to learning.
• Ability to undertake a physically demanding role outdoors and at heights.
• Willingness to participate in a standby rota as training progresses.
• A full UK Driving Licence is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Gain the skills to carry out construction, new connections and repair work across overhead and underground networks up to 11/33kV.
• Work with experienced colleagues to learn safe working practices and contribute to a strong safety culture.
• Develop practical knowledge while working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Participate in training and development programmes, including attendance at the Training Facility in Perth.
• Support network operations during storm situations and out-of-hours activities as training progresses.
• Progress towards LV and HV switching authorisations with future SAP authorisation opportunities.
• Build the technical and practical skills for a long-term career in the electricity distribution industry.

Skills

Interest in utility industry

Hands-on experience

Safety mindset

Team communication

Positive attitude

Physical endurance

Standby rota

Driving licence

Job description

SSE's Trainee Craftsperson opportunity in Scotland invites motivated individuals to learn construction and repair on overhead and underground networks up to 11/33kV. Base locations Oban, Dunoon or Lochgilphead; permanent full-time; salary £30,684–£36,666 plus benefits.

You'll receive industry-leading training and clear development pathways. You'll gain hands-on skills outdoors, work with experienced teams, and progress toward LV/HV authorisations with potential to advance within the electricity