Transformation Manager - T3 Readiness and Connections

SSE Enterprise; Perth; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

An energy company in Perth is looking for a Transformation Manager to lead the T3 Readiness Improvement Programme. This role involves driving transformation, managing processes, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in business improvement, strategic project management, and stakeholder engagement. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits to support work-life balance.

Benefits

Private healthcare discounts

Gym memberships

Free online GP

Interest-free loans on tech and transport

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading business improvement or transformation programmes.
• Strong project or programme management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in process improvement and embedding change.
• A strategic mindset and confidence in accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the T3 Readiness Improvement Programme to enhance connections performance.
• Drive a portfolio of process improvement initiatives across Transmission.
• Oversee stakeholder engagement and communication.
• Manage risks and progress across initiatives.
• Hold senior leaders accountable for delivery and results.

Skills

Business improvement

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Strategic mindset

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SSE Enterprise

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Perth, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Transformation Manager - T3 Readiness and Connections

• Job Number: 554944
• Closing at: Aug 14 2025 - 23:55 BST

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

Salary: £58,100 - £87,100 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Fixed Term Contract (6 months) | Full Time | options available

The role

SSEN has a fantastic 6-month fixed term opportunity for a strategic programme leader to join our team as the T3 Readiness and Connections Transformation Manager. In this role, you’ll lead a critical programme of work that prepares SSEN Transmission for the next regulatory period (RIIO-T3), driving improvement initiatives and delivering transformation at scale. You’ll help ensure we meet regulatory expectations, enhance performance, and deliver better outcomes for our customers and the wider energy system.

You will

• Lead the delivery of our T3 Readiness Improvement Programme with a focus on enhancing our connections performance, working closely with internal stakeholders to plan, track and realise benefits, including developing strategies to meet regulatory requirements and customer expectations.
• Drive a portfolio of process improvement initiatives across Transmission, embedding a culture of continuous improvement.
• Oversee stakeholder engagement, including regular updates and strategic communications with initiative sponsors, senior management, and programme directors.
• Manage risks, interdependencies, and progress across a broad set of initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
• Hold senior leaders accountable for delivering agreed improvements, benefits, and outcomes in line with the transformation strategy.

You have

• Proven experience in leading business improvement or transformation programmes, ideally within an energy, infrastructure, or regulated industry.
• Strong project or programme management capabilities, with a track record of delivering at pace and managing competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate across all levels of seniority.
• Experience in process improvement and embedding change through inclusive, people-focused approaches.
• A strategic mindset and the confidence to hold others accountable for delivery and results.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

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 / 01738 351671 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.