Transmission Technician: Field & Office (Scotland)

ScottishPower; Motherwell; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 36 days

Pension scheme

Equity plans

Healthcare options

EV schemes

Cycle to work

Job summary

SP Energy Networks is seeking a Transmission Technician to support the Plant Protection team. You will spend time at the Eurocentral base and across the SPT network, guiding contractors and authorities to keep cables and equipment protected while ensuring communities stay powered.

The role is hands-on and requires reviewing plans, visiting sites, and delivering practical safety guidance. Experience in electrical/utilities environments is essential, with a focus on safe working practices and

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical networks, utilities, construction or similar operational environment.
• Experience working safely around underground cables and infrastructure.
• Awareness of CDM and HSAWA requirements, plus HSG47/GS6 guidance.
• Full, valid driving licence.
• Knowledge of Transmission System processes and cable systems.
• Authorization for independent substation access or ability to obtain it.
• Knowledge of ScottishPower HSE processes.
• Strong IT skills including MS Office and managing electronic records.
• Excellent communication and customer focus.
• Ability to manage workload and take ownership of tasks.
• Flexible, positive approach and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Issue clear, timely guidance to customers, contractors and third parties near Transmission assets in line with policies (HSG47 reference).
• Assist the Plant Protection Engineer with reviews and day-to-day Plant Protection operations.
• Meet customers and third parties to discuss planned works and set out safe methods.
• Carry out site visits to assess proposed works and identify risks; escalate complex matters.
• Review drawings and provide customers with records and guidance.
• Audit and report on work near Transmission System to protect assets.
• Coordinate with design teams to ensure no impact on cable ratings/operation.
• Review planning applications near assets and provide Plant Protection comments.
• Participate in safety, compliance and quality audits; resolve issues.
• Follow SP Safety Rules and road opening requirements; support zero-accident goal.

Skills

Electrical networks

Underground cables safety

CDM/HSE awareness

Driving licence

Transmission knowledge

Substation access

HSE processes

MS Office

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Tools

none

Job description

SP Energy Networks is seeking a Transmission Technician to support the Plant Protection team. You will spend time at the Eurocentral base and across the SPT network, guiding contractors and authorities to keep cables and equipment protected while ensuring communities stay powered.

The role is hands-on and requires reviewing plans, visiting sites, and delivering practical safety guidance. Experience in electrical/utilities environments is essential, with a focus on safe working practices and