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Base Location: Flexible Scotland, however, our preference is that you will be based from one of our key sites in Scotland such as Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness.
When the construction phase starts the expectation is that you will be on site and based around the Dundee area 5 days per week.
Salary: £43,704 - £51,484 + range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Site Based Role
The role
SSEN Transmission has opportunities for Site Supervisors, with experience of construction and commissioning of major transmission substations, and overhead lines.
The Site Supervisor role is vital in the project team for the works we are going to undertake to deliver the new substation and overhead line projects around the Dundee area.
Reporting to the SSE Site Construction Manager, the Site Supervisor will ensure that suppliers carry out works in accordance with SSEN processes, procedures and the contracted Works Information.
These projects are key to our plans to deliver a Network for Net Zero.
You will
- Represent the business during the construction phase of projects ensuring the suppliers carry out works in accordance with contractual requirements and SSEN policies and procedures.
- Be measuring completed works against the works information for payment purposes and management of compensation events. Monitor and record key deliverables including earthworks, civils construction, building construction, air-insulated switchgear installation, transformer installation, earthing, building supplies, gas-insulated switchgear and busbar installation and commissioning activities.
- Ensure the project is executed in accordance with relevant requirements, particularly relating to statutory and legal obligations, health and safety, Construction (Design and Management) Regulations, quality & technical compliance, personnel and industrial relations.
- Work closely with the appointed contractor(s) and the Operations team to ensure the works are delivered to the project programme, in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.
- Act as a leader on site and champion for a positive safety culture. Ensure site activities comply with planning consents and SHE legislation, and ensure that the Contractor is providing sufficiently detailed weekly reporting as part of the project deliverables including records associated to the safety, quality and testing on site such as ITPs, KPIs etc.
You have
- A working engineering and construction knowledge including the safety and CDM regulations.
- Experience in site supervision or construction at duty holder level of similarly complex works in construction or utilities. Experience in construction access works would also be beneficial.
- An understanding of project planning and in particular tracking progress against agreed plans along with working knowledge of quality requirements and experience in monitoring inspection and test plans.
- Familiarity with computer systems and ideally with the ability to use common software such as Microsoft Office packages.
- Good written and oral communication skills, including the capability of representing the project internally and externally.
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 Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.
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 Shirley on shirley-anne.o'connor@sse.com / 01738 351976 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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