Electrical Network Manager

Base Location: Reading, Slough, or West London

Salary: £54,952 - £72,592 + London allowance if you are based in Slough or West London + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

SSEN Distribution are looking to appoint an Electricity Network Manager to join our busy team!

As an Electricity Network Manager you will assist the Network Integrity Manager with overall responsibility of the efficient performance and reliability of the Region’s network. 

The Network Manager is responsible for the safe, timely and cost-effective planning and completion of works associated with system faults, asset defects, and all reactive works for a sub-regional area, or a specific risk to the integrity and performance of the Region’s network.

You will ensure the technical and delivery teams within your area, safely deliver great performance against agreed improvement measures such as Customer Interruptions, Customer Minutes Lost, and Customer Satisfaction.

You will also provide immediate advice to colleagues and make decisions to ensure the highest standards of customer service are provided on the system, during normal operating hours and outside of normal operating hours.

You will:

- Help to continuously deliver safe outcomes for the workforce, customers and the environment. 

- Be responsible for effective high and low voltage system fault management for a sub-regional area or a specific risk area (e.g. Automation, Unmetered Faults, Voltage Complaints, or ESQCR & public electrical safety risks). 

- Develop, coach, motivate, and empower all staff (and third-party contractors).

- Ensure you have a team that makes commercially sound decisions, delivering a cost-effective function that is wholly compliant with the regulatory framework. 

- Undertake individual standby responsibilities and ensure team members are upholding their standby duties, including responding to system emergencies such as storms.

You have:

- Managerial experience in an operational environment.

- HNC/HND/Degree - Electrical Engineering or Engineering background.

- IOSH / NEBOSH - Health and Safety Certificate.

- Good technical understanding of LV, HV, and EHV Electrical Power Systems.

- Held or holding operational authorisations up to 33kV SAP.

Travel is required and as a result we can only accept applications from candidates that hold a current driving licence.

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.

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon 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 kim.annink@sse.com / 01738 344051 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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