Contract Liaison Officer

About the Role

Base Location: New Forest, Poole, Salisbury or Yeovil

Salary: £37,075 - £43,063 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

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

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Contractor Liaison Officer to join our Team.

Our work covers the replacement of assets on our Electrical Power infrastructure which supplies our customers across Dorset, Wiltshire and Hampshire.

The Contractor Liaison Officer (CLO) will be responsible for onsite supervision of contractor delivered overhead power line replacement works under our Capital delivery program in the Wessex Region.

Roles and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Surveying of works to be completed and producing detailed maps annotated with works required.

- Ensuring the projects run smoothly with the correct supply and usage of free issue materials.

- Trouble shooting day-to-day on-site issues with land access.

- The position will involve dealing with contractors undertaking various schemes both on our overhead network and works involving changing plant and equipment in our substations.

- Driving a safe working culture with the contractors by carrying out regular safety audits and engagements.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Previous experience of Distribution Power Systems and construction of overhead power networks.

- Be happy to accept and deliver challenges to drive improved performance and safety.

- Have good communication skills and the ability to document and record project progress both on quality and financial governance.

- Proficient in I.T. and Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel, to aid in recording details of works completed or omitted, including snagging lists with timeframes for corrections.

About our Business

SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net-zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change, we're looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net-zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger – an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kim on kim.annink@sse.com

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

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