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Sector: Engineering
Role: Professional
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
About the Role
Base Location: Portsmouth
Salary: £58,630 - £68,098 + shift allowance of £14,047 + skills shortage allowance of 15% of base salary (when fully authorised) and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time
As an EHV Control Engineer, you will work as part of the team of control engineers responsible for the safe and reliable operation of the Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks' (SSEN) distribution networks 24/7, 365 days a year. Your duties will include:
* Ensuring that all SSEN rules and procedures are followed to foster a positive SSEN Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) culture, and identify any opportunities for improvement.
* The real-time management of SEPD's Critical National Infrastructure to ensure the safe, efficient, and effective operation of the system.
* Work as part of the Control Team to support others in the analysis of the network to identify where interventions are required and support their resolution across the voltage ranges.
* Alongside the EHV shift leader, control the SSEN network in southern England at all voltages from 22kV to 132kV during normal working hours and out of hours, provide cover for the SSEN network at all HV voltages up to 132kV.
* Be a point of contact for National Grid in critical transmission network events, implementing load shedding and Electricity System Restoration (formerly Blackstart) procedures when required.
What do I need?
To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:
* EHV operational experience.
* An HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent industry experience.
* Ability to solve complex problems under pressure.
* You will be required to travel, so it's essential that you have a driver's licence.
* Candidates for this role will be required to obtain vetting to SC level through UK Government.
For applicants without previous control engineer experience, a full training package can be offered for those with suitable EHV operational experience.
About our Business
SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net-zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change? We’re looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results.
What's in it for you?
We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing, and much more.
As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment, and upon joining SSE.
What happens now?
All applications should be made online. If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Stacey.Watson@sse.com / 01738 342529.
Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.
Our Benefits
* Sharesave Scheme
* 34 days of annual leave
* Option to purchase up to 10 days holiday
* Interest-free technology loans
* 24/7 free and confidential employee counselling service
* Private healthcare discounts
* Subsidised gym memberships
* 21 weeks full pay maternity leave
* Cycle to Work scheme with generous £2500 limit
* Interest-free salary advance to cover transport season tickets
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