Operations Site Supervisor

Base Location: Ferrybridge, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Salary: £43,704 - £51,484 depending on experience + company vehicle + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time 

The role

As an Operations Site Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient and high-performing operation of SSE’s Solar & Battery Storage assets. Based primarily at Ferrybridge, this is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of the UK’s renewable energy transition while supporting a growing portfolio of utility-scale renewable sites.

This role requires a proactive and hands-on supervisor who can maintain the highest standards of safety, compliance and operational performance. While the position is primarily based in the Leeds/Ferrybridge area, flexibility to travel across the UK to support other Solar & Battery Storage sites will be required.

You will

• Lead site safety, environmental compliance and operational excellence, ensuring all activities are delivered in line with company policies, site-specific procedures and regulatory standards.
• Plan, schedule and oversee maintenance and servicing activities to maximise plant availability, optimise generation performance and support production targets.
• Ensure all work is effectively planned and safely executed using approved safe systems of work, including the preparation and review of Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Coordinate emergency response activities in accordance with the approved Emergency Response Plan (ERP), including incident investigations, safety drills and sharing lessons learned across the wider business.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, reporting and work control activities to maintain the highest standards of safety, compliance and operational quality.

You have

• ONC / SNVQ Level III (or equivalent) qualification in an engineering discipline, alongside supervisory experience within a fast-paced operational environment.
• Proven operational experience within utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Solar PV or other renewable energy assets.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders across multiple levels of the organisation.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, single line diagrams and schematics, alongside experience carrying out inspections and quality audits.
• An understanding of financial processes and budget management, with the flexibility to travel across the UK and a full valid driving licence.

What’s important to us

This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the growth and operation of critical renewable energy infrastructure across the UK. We’re looking for someone who is safety-focused, technically capable and passionate about delivering operational excellence within the renewable energy sector.

Although primarily based in the Leeds/Ferrybridge area, occasional travel to other UK sites will be required.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

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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