Director of Onshore Asset Management

Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations: Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Havant, Reading, London, Belfast or Dublin whilst other SSER locations can be considered.

Salary: £124,200 - £186,200/€165,600-€248,400 + 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

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for renewable energy, commercial performance and operational excellence? This is an exciting opportunity to lead the strategic, operational and commercial performance of our onshore renewable asset portfolio across the UK, Ireland and Europe.

As a member of the Onshore Renewables Leadership Team, you'll play a key role in shaping business strategy, maximising the value of our operational portfolio and supporting our ambitious growth plans. You'll have overall accountability for balancing safe, reliable and efficient operations with strong commercial performance, ensuring our assets continue to deliver long-term value while supporting the transition to net zero.

You will

• Lead and inspire a diverse team of employees and delivery partners to operate our onshore renewable assets safely, efficiently and sustainably, fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture built on continuous improvement, innovation and operational excellence.
• Develop and deliver short, medium and long-term operational, maintenance and asset lifecycle strategies that optimise safety, reliability, availability, production and whole-life asset value, while driving continuous improvement across the portfolio.
• Maximise the commercial performance of the asset portfolio by balancing operational and commercial priorities, working closely with Finance, Energy Markets, Commercial and Investment teams to optimise revenue, manage risk, oversee significant capital investment programmes and support portfolio investment and divestment decisions.
• Drive the digital transformation of the asset portfolio by championing the use of data, digital technologies and AI-enabled insights to improve asset performance, maintenance strategies, operational decision-making, forecasting and fleet optimisation.
• Represent SSE's interests across Joint Venture partnerships, governance forums and Boards where required, contributing to business strategy, portfolio growth and organisational transformation while ensuring the long-term success of our onshore renewables business.

You have

• Significant senior leadership experience in asset management, operations or a related commercial environment, with a proven ability to balance operational performance, commercial outcomes and long-term asset value across large, complex infrastructure portfolios.
• Strong commercial acumen, including experience managing substantial operational budgets, leading capital investment programmes, negotiating with suppliers and making strategic decisions that maximise portfolio performance and shareholder value.
• A deep understanding of renewable energy markets and the commercial drivers that influence asset performance throughout the asset lifecycle, together with experience developing long-term operational, maintenance or asset management strategies.
• Experience leading high-performing, inclusive teams through change, fostering a culture where safety, collaboration, continuous improvement, innovation and digital adoption are embedded in everyday decision-making.
• Excellent influencing, communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience working across Executive teams, Joint Venture partnerships and Boards, alongside a passion for leveraging digital technologies, data analytics and AI to enhance operational performance and business outcomes.

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

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 Andrew.Duncan2@sse.com 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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