Voltage Troubleshooter: LV/HV Network Repair

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks

Oxford

On-site

GBP 36,000 - 43,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

SSE is hiring a Voltage Complaints Technician to operate across Swindon, Melksham, Andover and Oxford. The role focuses on safe, compliant outage response and network reliability, with a strong emphasis on customer liaison and incident restoration.

Applicants should have IOSH Managing Safety, City & Guilds 2339, EUSR/NRSWA and HV/LV authorisations, plus a full UK driving licence. SSE offers flexible benefits and progression within a supportive team.

Qualifications

IOSH Managing Safety and City & Guilds 2339 certification.
EUSR and NRSWA certification.
Operational Safety Rules knowledge and Cat 1–5 authorisations (Substation Entry, Supervising a Working Party, LV Switching).
Cat 7 HV Switching authorisations (or working towards).
Cat 12 & Cat 14 SAP authorisations (or working towards).

Responsibilities

Prioritise safety in all tasks and allocate resources efficiently.
Handle customer inquiries about network supply continuity and regulatory targets.
Restore power quickly and ensure complete repair before closure.
Safeguard the environment and protect the company’s reputation.
Respond promptly to emergencies, including severe weather, to minimise disruptions.