Head of Quality

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK sites, which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, or Inverness.

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

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

Reporting to the Director of LCPS (Large Capital Project Services), as Head of Quality, LCPS you will be responsible for developing, maintaining and leading a team of Quality Managers and Advisors to support and verify SSE’s portfolio of Large Capital Projects (LCP) are delivered in accordance with approved systems, procedures, contractual requirements and the LCP Governance Framework Manual. You will engage key stakeholders utilising an understanding of SSE’s growth strategy, energy industry and global supply chain to ensure the LCP Governance Framework, Quality Assurance services and surveillance are continually improved to support strategic growth.

The main responsibilities of this role will be;

1. Understand SSE’s strategic growth plans, supply chain and external environment to lead the deployment of impactful Quality Assurance services and interventions throughout the project lifecycle instilling excellence and high standards that realise shareholder value.
2. Leadership of the LCPS Quality function fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment to deliver best-in class support and enhance the team’s capabilities to support projects of increasing scale and complexity.
3. Provide integrated quality management support to deliver a £multi-billion capital investment portfolio to meet SSE’s Net Zero Acceleration Plan and wider business goals ensuring efficiency in cost, schedule and performance metrics.
4. Design, establish, implement and monitor certified quality management systems in accordance with BS EN ISO 9001 and collaborate with Business and Corporate functions to deliver continuous improvement initiatives across SSE.
5. Oversee updates to the LCP Governance Framework Manual, Quality Management System, Business Execution Plan, Business Continuity Plan and SHE Plan to ensure operational excellence across the LCPS function.

What do I need?

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

1. A proven track record managing a quality function to deliver services that have supported capital investment projects and an understanding of the energy industry and markets within which it operates.
2. Inclusive leadership fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment as well as empowering and supporting team members realise personal development.
3. A growth mindset with experience building positive relationships with stakeholders, joint venture and supply chain partners understanding their requirements to maintain strategic alignment of a project support or delivery function.
4. Previous experience having reviewed and maintained a governance framework that has supported disciplined investment decisions and delivering capital investment including quality management systems and management plans to deliver operational excellence.
5. Substantial previous experience in delivering quality assurance services and ideally you will hold a relevant bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, project management, or CQI recognised Quality Management qualification.

About our Business

Large Capital Project Services (LCPS) is responsible for providing the Group Executive Committee and SSE's Business Unit Executive Committees with independent assurance services to help inform investment decisions and manage the performance of Large Capital Projects throughout their lifecycle to realise the benefits within the Project Business Case and the wider strategic Business objectives.

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 kimberlee.anderson@sse.com / 01738 345523.

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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