Maintenance Supervisor

Base Location: Hadyard Hill Wind Farm, near Girvan, Ayrshire

Salary: £43,704-£51,484 + car/car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time

The role

Our Turbine Maintenance Team is responsible for the timely, compliant, and high-quality delivery of turbine maintenance on SSE Renewables onshore wind portfolio.

As Maintenance Supervisor, you will be the driving force behind the delivery of a high performing culture on our internally maintained wind farms. Some key responsibilities of the role include arranging the day-to-day logistics for the upkeep and maintenance of SSE windfarms in the appointed area, taking a lead role in the management and delivery of complex tasks, and coaching/mentoring members of your team to ensure they are adequately trained and experienced to carry out maintenance work scopes safely and to a high standard.

In this role, you will also be required to work closely with the regional Resource Manager to perform duties such as delivery of safety briefings, people management, budget management and a range of performance related reporting.

You will

• Ensure Safety & Compliance: Implement and uphold Wind Turbine Safety Rules, site regulations, and PPE requirements while promoting a strong safety culture through audits, emergency exercises, and incident reporting (SEAR system).
• Lead Maintenance Operations: Oversee preventative and corrective maintenance to ensure asset integrity, quality standards, and timely execution; manage updates in MAXIMO via the Fingertip app.
• Develop & Enforce Safe Work Systems: Create work instructions, risk assessments, and safe systems of work across the SSE wind fleet.
• Manage Assets & Teams: Work in conjunction with the regional resource manager to manage company vehicles, tools, IT equipment, and PPE; audit technicians for compliance and manage service team inventory.
• Support Business Needs & Culture: Work flexibly across regions, support local teams, engage stakeholders, and lead by example to drive commitment and continuous improvement in onshore wind operations.

You have

• Qualified in Mechanical or Electrical Discipline with NVQ/SVQ Level 3 or equivalent, or extensive hands-on experience.
• Experienced in High-Tech Plant Maintenance, including servicing, troubleshooting, and modifications.
• Proven Leadership Skills, with experience managing technical teams and working under Safe Systems of Work (SSoW).
• Strong Technical Writing & Safety Focus, able to produce reports, procedures, and risk assessments.
• Well-Organised & Site-Accessible, with excellent problem-solving skills and located within ~60 minutes of the site.

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. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions. 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 andrew.duncan2@sse.com 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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