Wind Farm Onshore Operations Lead | Highlands Site

SSE PLC; Inverness; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle for business use

Performance-related bonus

Flexible benefits package

Job summary

SSE plc is seeking an Onshore Operations Site Supervisor to lead safe, reliable operations at Stronelairg Wind Farm and other GB North sites. Based in the Scottish Highlands, you will manage rotating machinery, coordinate teams, and ensure high safety and production standards.

You will oversee inductions, risk assessments, and contractor coordination, while maintaining budgets and stakeholder relationships. A company vehicle, performance bonus and flexible benefits accompany this permanent role.

Qualifications

• Experience working with electro-mechanical systems, including rotating machinery, gearboxes, switchgear, electrical systems and control systems.
• Experience of working at height and with pressure systems and lifting equipment, with a strong understanding of safe systems of work.
• The ability to read and understand engineering drawings, single-line diagrams, electrical schematics and control system information.
• Experience managing small budgets, with an understanding of financial processes and the importance of managing expenditure effectively.
• Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate and build strong relationships across different teams and levels of seniority.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe site operations by coordinating employees and contractors, carrying out inductions and reviewing risk assessments and method statements before work begins.
• Act as a safety ambassador, promoting positive safety behaviours and maintaining high standards with colleagues, contractors, visitors and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate maintenance and operational activities, ensuring work is completed safely, on time and to the required standard while supporting the availability and production of the wind farm.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents, supporting investigations and sharing learning to continually improve safety and operational performance across the business.
• Manage site resources and budgets in line with forecasts, while maintaining high standards of housekeeping, facilities and the overall site environment.

Skills

electro-mechanical systems

rotating machinery

read electrical schematics

budget management

stakeholder management

Job description

SSE plc is seeking an Onshore Operations Site Supervisor to lead safe, reliable operations at Stronelairg Wind Farm and other GB North sites. Based in the Scottish Highlands, you will manage rotating machinery, coordinate teams, and ensure high safety and production standards.

You will oversee inductions, risk assessments, and contractor coordination, while maintaining budgets and stakeholder relationships. A company vehicle, performance bonus and flexible benefits accompany this permanent role.