Head Of Control GB

Base Location: Perth – relocation in the UK available for the right candidate

Salary: £Competitive + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + private medical + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

The role

The Head of Control GB is responsible for our 2 Distribution Control centres which operate 24/7 365 days a year ensuring the safe and reliable operation of the entire Distribution system across both licence areas powering 3.9 million UK homes and businesses.

You will

• Have 24/7 accountability for all aspects of operating the network within the licence areas, including responding to emergency events such as a complete failure of the electricity system to severe weather event planning, ensuring that all team members are similarly available
• Lead, manage and develop a team of highly skilled, specialist engineers and leaders ensuring all aspects of compliance with statutory, safety, regulatory and licence requirements are met, together with delivery of the regulatory price control plan
• Develop the network on a national level to deliver regulatory outputs, maximise incentives and ensure the primary network supporting our customers and net zero ambitions
• Ensuring the reliability, resilience and ongoing development on the network infrastructure
• Manage the interface with National Grid Electricity System Operator (NG ESO), National Electricity Transmission owner (NG TO) SHE Transmission, Distribution Network Operators over 3000 connected users of the Distribution system such as generators and large demand customers

You have

• Experience in power engineering with expert knowledge in power system operation – especially Safety from the System and Power System analysis.
• Management experience and delivery of successful operations within a Control Room Environment
• Have a proven track record of leading, coaching and motivating teams
• Possess excellent interpersonal and engagement skills, with the proven ability to influence internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes
• Be resilient, tenacious and committed to delivering positive results with proven ability to make effective decisions under pressure

Candidates for this role will be required to obtain vetting to SC level through UK Government. The criteria normally includes 5 years UK residency, further information can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

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.

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 Jim james.walker2@sse.com / 01738 341514 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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