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. We are proud to be playing a critical role in the net zero transition, as we aim to more than treble the net capacity in operation over the next 10 years.

SSE Renewables operate the largest fleet of hydro-electric power assets across eight hydro schemes in Scotland. Our portfolio totals 1,459MW of installed capacity, which includes pumped storage and flexible hydro. Our assets consist of some of the most iconic power station sites constructed, which brought hydro-electric power to the Scottish Glens 80 years ago.

Find out more on how we are putting Hydro at the heart of our Net Zero future here; www.sserenewables.com/hydro

About the Role

Base Location: Perth

Salary: £65,752 – £76,366 + Shift Allowance + performance-related bonus + additional allowances applicable for the role and a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time on a 24/7 shift pattern

What is the Role?

As Shift Group Leader, you'll be accountable for leading, managing and developing the real time Operational 24/7 shift team in relation to Safety, Operations, and Performance of our Hydro Asset fleet from our central Hydro Operational Control (HOC) based in Perth

Some of your main responsibilities will include:

- Ensuring that plant is operated in accordance with all applicable Safety rules, systems, company practices and procedures while remaining compliant with statutory and regulatory requirements.

- Taking the lead on emerging situations and acting or escalating appropriately to the risk.

- Ensuring the delivery on key performance metrics and service targets for Shift, Monthly and Annual requirements.

- Liaising with the wider field based operational teams to maintain an agile workforce that can be mobilised quickly to manage fluctuations in workload demand in an effective, efficient, and timely manner.

- Working with other Hydro Operational Control support functions through the Operations Manager to ensure that there is seamless process control and positive outcomes as defined by organisational and functional objectives.

What do I need?

We'd love you to have:

- An HND level qualification in an engineering or science discipline or equivalent industry experience from working in a Power Station or similar environment.

- A background in a power generation or HV network environment, preferably with Hydro operational experience, including proficiency in SCADA control systems and Data Historian.

- Knowledge of formal safety operations and procedures and understanding of regulatory obligations.

- A good understanding of the energy market conditions affecting operations and the balancing mechanism. An understanding of weather forecasting, regional and local weather patterns and the effects would be an advantage.

- Strong communication and engagement skills with the ability to motivate people and effectively manage and prioritise your own and the teams workload, whilst identifying problems and making recommendations to implement solutions.

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 Andrew.Duncan2@sse.com / 01738 275847.

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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