Control and Instrumentation Engineer

Base Location: Clunie Power Station, Pitlochry, Perthshire

Salary: £61,620 - £72,592 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

This is a unique opportunity to become a part of a long-standing SSE Operations Hydroelectric team. You will be responsible for the availability and maintenance of the ten hydro stations in the Tummel section. You will play a key role to ensure the power stations are reliable and available to operate as required.

You will

- Ensuring the correct periodicity of planned maintenance defined is completed on time, based on engineering 1st principles, and in a safe and sustainable way.

- Having a good Understanding the specific items of the plant in your area, in order to respond quickly to safety-critical defects and system failures.

- Completing any required maintenance reports or logs on time and in line with company quality requirements.

- Working with and mentoring others in a multi-discipline team to achieve the Hydro business objectives.

- Ensuring all work activities are well-thought-out with safety at the forefront of all work methodology.

You have

- A strong knowledge of maintenance & reliability engineering within the discipline of C&I relevant engineering environment.

- A good understanding of the principles of hydroelectric machines and their interdependent systems is preferred.

- An existing awareness of a Safe System of Work with an understanding of the company safety messages to act as a role model to others.

- Excellent communication & collaboration skills with a willingness to train and assess members of the team.

- An excellent aptitude for problem-solving, backed up with written analysis to monitor failures

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

SSE Renewables delivers the green energy the world needs today and tomorrow. We lead the way in the development, build, and operation of renewable power assets, including windfarms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 energy experts powering the transition to a net zero future.

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 Hannah on hannah.e.cutajar@sse.com / 01738 341147 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.

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