Operations Manager

Base Location: You'll be expected to spend your working week in the Beatrice O&M base at Wick Harbour.

Salary: £58,100 - £87,100 depending on skills and experience + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time

The role

As Operations Manager for Beatrice Offshore Windfarm, you will be accountable for the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the site. Reporting to the General Manager, you will lead the delivery of all site‑based Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) requirements, ensure compliance with operational standards and regulatory obligations, oversee the maintenance and operational strategy to maximise production performance, and lead day‑to‑day site operations by managing a multi‑disciplinary team and contractor interfaces to deliver safe, efficient and high‑quality operational performance. You’ll also play a key role in championing a culture where safety, health and wellbeing are at the forefront, ensuring full compliance with all SHE consents, Wind Turbine Safety Rules and HV Operational Safety Rules.

Some of your other main accountabilities will include:

• Oversee the delivery of maintenance and operational plans in accordance with OEM recommendations, SSE Renewables policies, and industry best practice.
• Maximise production performance through effective planning, resource management, and use of the maintenance management and planning system.
• Ensure site-level assurance, regulatory compliance, and maintenance of all required certifications (e.g., ISO 55001 / 9001 / 14001 / 18001).
• Support long-term asset integrity planning, operational budgeting, and service campaign coordination.
• Represent SSE Renewables within the local community and wider sector, contributing to Just Transition goals and the UK Net Zero pathway.

You have

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

• Proven leadership in developing and maintaining a strong safety culture within an industrial, utility or offshore environment.
• Experience in a high-intensity operational management or supervisory role, ideally within offshore wind, power generation or similar process‑based industries.
• A recognised technical background (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, or Control & Instrumentation) with an HNC or equivalent qualification – preferred but not essential.
• Strong working knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, Permit to Work processes, and the ability to uphold Wind Turbine Safety Rules and HV Operational Safety Rules.
• Experience working within high‑value operational contracts and managing contractor performance, along with previous exposure to Joint Venture governance, operational assurance, or regulated environments (desirable).

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

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 pamela.hendry@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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