OT Technical Systems Manager

Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish Control Centres and you'll be expected to spend a minimum of 50% of your working week in the office - Perth, or Inverness.

Salary: £51,600 - £77,400 + performance-related bonus and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

Candidates for this role will be required to obtain vetting to SC level through UK Government. The criteria normally includes 5 years UK residency, further information can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) 

The role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated OT Technical Systems Manager to join SSEN Transmission's Operational Technology (OT) Operations team.

As part of the OT Operations leadership team, you will lead a team responsible for the development, enhancement and resilience of critical OT systems that underpin Control Room operations and the wider transmission network. You will oversee the management and development of OT Graduates, Technicians and Engineers, building technical capability, supporting succession planning and ensuring the team is equipped to meet future business needs.

The role also has responsibility for capacity planning, governance and controlled access across live, pre-production and development environments, ensuring the secure operation of Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) systems.

Working closely with our OT Technical Support and Project teams, you will provide technical oversight and specialist resources to support the successful delivery of the T3 investment programme and wider operational priorities.

You will

• Lead the development, enhancement and resilience of critical Operational Technology systems, ensuring they remain secure, compliant, highly available and fit for future needs.
• Work closely with the Transmission Control Centre to enhance, optimise and simulate control system capabilities, supporting operational excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Manage cyber security, disaster recovery and operational resilience activities across OT systems, including proactive monitoring, backup and restoration testing, and overall risk reduction.
• Provide leadership and development for the OT Systems team, managing resources, building technical capability and ensuring the effective delivery of business-as-usual, project and incident response activities.
• Support innovation across OT systems through proof of concepts, technology evaluation and industry research, while acting as a technical escalation point for complex system issues and faults.

You have

• Proven leadership experience within an Operational Technology, technical support or related engineering environment, with the judgement and credibility to operate effectively in a business-critical role.
• Strong experience supporting, maintaining and enhancing Operational Technology systems, including ADMS, SCADA, data historians, telemetry and communications platforms.
• Good understanding of OT operations, incident management and operational resilience, with experience working in high-availability, live operational environments.
• Experience managing OT cyber security, disaster recovery and operational risk activities, helping to ensure the security, resilience and availability of critical systems.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and people leadership skills, with experience developing and mentoring technical teams, managing competing priorities and supporting the successful delivery of operational and project objectives.

Candidates for this role will be required to obtain vetting to SC level through UK Government. The criteria normally includes 5 years UK residency, further information can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) 

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.

Our IT division powers growth across all SSE business areas by making sure we have the systems, software and security needed to take the lead in a low carbon world. They provide expertise, advice and day-to-day support in emerging technologies, data and analytics, cyber security and more.

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 David.brickell@sse.com / 01738 275 846 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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