Auxiliary Technician (Electrical) – Auxiliary Services

Base Location: Flexible Scotland | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however, need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around Scotland - Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Moray

Salary: £45,452 to £54,311 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

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

The role

SSEN Transmission is seeking an Auxiliary Technician (Electrical) – Auxiliary Services to support the continued safe, reliable and efficient operation of our transmission substations across the north of Scotland. This is a hands-on technical role within a critical area of the network, helping ensure the auxiliary systems that support our substations remain available, resilient and ready to meet the demands of a growing electricity system.

You will

• Inspect, operate and maintain Transmission Substation Auxiliary services, including low voltage switchboards and switchgear, 110/48v DC battery systems and standby generators.
• Provide front-line technical expertise and day-to-day work coordination across Substation Auxiliary systems, supporting the safe and reliable operation of the Transmission network.
• Work closely with Substation Maintenance teams, building strong relationships to help coordinate and deliver inspection, repair and maintenance activities within your discipline.
• Take hands-on responsibility for a wide range of high-value, network-critical electrical assets, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required standards.
• Interpret and analyse inspection data from internal and external sources, taking ownership of remediation, rectification or replacement activity, while accurately recording completed work and escalating developing asset defects or failure trends.

You have

• An electrical apprenticeship, SVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification, supported by experience as an Electrical Technician or in a similar role. Mechanical knowledge would be advantageous.
• British Standards 7671 18th Edition accreditation.
• The ability to coach, mentor and support less experienced colleagues.
• Confidence supervising non-routine and complex tasks independently with the ability to fault find using drawings, schematics and other technical information.
• Experience in electrical inspection and testing, with C&G 2391 or EAL equivalent desirable.

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.

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 Andy on andrew.torrance@sse.com / 01738 275370 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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