Transmission Technician

Iberdrola; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36 days annual leave

Share Incentive Plan

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Job summary

SP Energy Networks is seeking a Transmission Technician to act as the single point of contact for standby diesel generator fleet across transmission substations. You will coordinate maintenance, faults and repairs, while engaging service partners and internal planning teams to ensure reliability and availability.

The role requires strong technical knowledge of diesel generators, LV systems, fault diagnosis and proactive reliability improvements, with a full UK driving licence and safety-focused

Qualifications

• Relevant technical qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Proven experience with diesel generators or similar plant equipment.
• Experience in fault diagnosis and maintenance delivery.
• Understanding health and safety requirements in a high-risk environment.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Act as the single point of contact for management of standby diesel generator fleet across transmission substations.
• Manage generator maintenance, faults and defects to ensure reliability and availability.
• Coordinate with service partners to schedule planned maintenance, fuel top-ups and reconditioning activities.
• Attend fortnightly service partner meetings and monthly Substation Lead Engineer reviews.
• Liaise with Transmission Schedulers to secure SAP access and fitter support when required.
• Work with Central Planning & Admin to raise and manage maintenance orders for faults and defect resolution.
• Analyse PS Alerts reports to identify recurring issues, non-runners and trends, developing repair plans.
• Establish and maintain an inventory of critical spare parts, including LVAC changeover components.
• Support and upskill fitters and technicians in generator maintenance and fault repairs.
• Facilitate safe execution of maintenance and repair work, issuing safety documentation within authorised limits.
• Carry out hands-on maintenance and fault repair activities where required.

Skills

Diesel generators

Standby LV systems

Maintenance management

Fault diagnosis

Contractor coordination

Data trend analysis

Education

Electrical or mechanical engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

At SP Energy Networks our focus is on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. Our team is building a dynamic network to meet the changing demands for electricity and increasingly, renewable electricity – safely, securely and sustainably in the communities we serve. At SP Energy Networks, we know people are central to building a better future, quicker and we are seeking new talent to join our team. **What you’ll be doing** The Transmission Technician is responsible for acting as the single point of contact for the management and reliability of the standby diesel generator fleet across Transmission Network Operations substations.The role ensures continuity of generator performance through effective coordination of maintenance, fault response, and stakeholder engagement, supported by Central Planning & Admin and Substation Delivery teams. * Act as the single point of contact for the management of the standby diesel generator fleet across Transmission substations* Manage generator maintenance, faults, and defects to ensure reliability and availability* Coordinate with service partners to schedule planned maintenance, fuel top-ups, and reconditioning activities* Attend and contribute to fortnightly service partner meetings and monthly Substation Lead Engineer reviews* Liaise with Transmission Schedulers to secure SAP access and additional fitter support when required* Work with Central Planning & Admin to raise and manage orders for maintenance, faults, and defect resolution* Analyse PS Alerts reports to identify recurring issues, non-runners, and trends, developing effective repair plans* Establish and maintain an inventory of critical spare parts, including components for LVAC automatic changeover schemes* Support and upskill fitters and technicians in generator maintenance and fault/defect repairs* Facilitate safe execution of maintenance and repair work, including issuing safety documentation within authorised limits* Carry out hands-on maintenance and fault repair activities where required **What you’ll bring** * Strong technical knowledge of diesel generators and associated LV systems* Experience managing maintenance, faults, and defects in a utility or industrial environment* Ability to analyse data and identify trends to drive reliability improvements* Experience coordinating contractors and service partners* Knowledge of safety procedures and permit-to-work systems (e.g. SAP or equivalent)* Effective communication and stakeholder management skills* Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement **Minimum Criteria** * Relevant technical qualification (e.g. electrical or mechanical engineering)* Proven experience working with diesel generators or similar plant equipment* Experience in fault diagnosis and maintenance delivery* Understanding of health and safety requirements in a high-risk environment* Full UK driving licence**What’s in it for you** As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%. At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include: * 36 days annual leave* Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave* Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme* Payroll giving and charity matched funding* Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purposes* Count us in – pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change* Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving* Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans* Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments* Life Assurance (4x salary)* Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support* Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more **Why SP Energy Networks** SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network – connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It’s a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland’s ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we’re taking it very seriously. We’re investing >£5.5 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation. Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in. We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to [e-mail].