Control Room Technician

Base Location: Perth, Scotland

Salary: £41,583 - £48,296 + Shift Allowance £11,625 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time

The role

Based in our dedicated control room in Perth, Scotland, you will play a pivotal role within the team to monitor, control and optimise the operation of over 2GW of onshore Wind, Solar and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) assets for SSE Renewables. 

As an experienced operator in our critical 24/7 control centre, you’ll be responsible for real-time operational control and asset intervention management of our Onshore Wind, Solar and Battery Storage fleet, focused on our Generating Plant and Low Voltage Apparatus. You will have a direct influence on safe operations, contribute to the stability and balancing of  the national electrical system, and ensure the best possible plant availability to maximise revenue, all whilst ensuring contractual and regulatory compliance. 

As this is a shift working position there will be a requirement to work to a rota system, therefore, you must be located within 45 minutes commute, be able to commit to a structured shift pattern contributing to 24-hour full year cover with ability to to be flexible. 

You will

Some of your main responsibilities will include: 

- Monitoring of Onshore Wind, Solar and Battery Storage assets in real-time, with round-the-clock vigilance and rapid response to LV/Generating Asset fault conditions, including direct intervention by remote control, and/or co-ordination of an effective response from others. 

- Despatching assets, enabling revenue generation from markets such as the Balancing Mechanism, Wholesale market, Ancillary Services, and contracted support services.

- Ensuring timely and effective management and disclosure of asset availability and capabilities, enabling maximum value from our energy portfolio whilst maintaining Grid Code compliance and Energy Market Integrity and Transparency. 

- Acting as an Operational Controller with default control responsibility, you will execute high volumes of safety transactions - formally releasing and retrieving control of Onshore Wind, Solar and Battery Storage assets in line with specified safety rules and overall Safe Systems of Work. 

- Actively monitoring the presence and safety of hundreds of site attendees across a fleet of over 50 operational sites. 

You have

To be successful in this role, we would love you to have: 

- Experience within an operational control room environment, having held responsibilities aligned with those detailed above. 

- Higher education to HNC or equivalent (e.g. SVQ L3) with field/operational experience of Electro-mechanical generating Plant/Apparatus, ideally within the Renewables sector, or qualification in a technical discipline at HND.

- Practical experience of Safe Systems of Work and strong knowledge of industry safety rules and good understanding of the national electricity system and how SSE Renewables contribute.  

- Strong IT and communication skills. Proficient in operating multiple software platforms including telephony and SCADA systems. Aptitude to learn new systems promptly is essential. 

- Ability to work multitask, prioritise, and adapt to changing workloads positively, logically and with conviction. To be flexible, highly motivated and have a genuine passion for the industry. 

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

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 andy.duncan@sse.com / 01738 275847 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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