Tree Cutting Team Manager

Base Location: Oban

Salary: £41,583 - £48,296 + car allowance + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time (37 hours) | Flexible First options available

The role

We are recruiting a Team Manager to lead the team within the region and who will take overall responsibility for all tree cutting activities within that area. This includes managing an operational team who maintain trees and vegetation in proximity to the Distribution network on a cyclical basis as well as all ad-hoc tree cutting works.

You will be expected to work away from home occasionally. Due to the travel requirement within this job, a full and current UK driving licence is a requirement.

You will

- Be responsible for delivering a programme of work, utilising internal Surveyors and Utility Arborists, on time and below budget. 

- Manage a large team of internal staff, ensuring they have the tools, training, and PPE to carry out the work safely.

- Carry out safety engagements with staff to maintain an excellent safety culture, briefing them on safety incidents and alerts.

- Work within a management team to drive innovation and new ways of working, enabling staff to work as efficiently as possible.

- Provide customers with a high level of customer service, resolving any complaints and negotiating work on vegetation near the distribution network.

You have

- Previous experience in the Arboriculture and/or Power Distribution industries preferred but would not be essential to be successful.

- High regard for safety, embedding yourself in our safety culture and adhering to guidelines in everything you do is a key priority.

- Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise and plan work efficiently within a large geographical area.

- Ability to lead and motivate team members to perform at their best.

- Great communication and presentation skills dealing with internal and external stakeholders.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're 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.

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon 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 Hannah on hannah.e.cutajar@sse.com / 01738 341147 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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