Total 18 job vacancies by SSE

About the Role

Base Location: Portsmouth, Southampton, Aldershot, Petersfield, Thatcham, Melksham or the New Forest.

Salary: £46,626 - £54,154 + car/cash allowance + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

We are looking for a Team Manager to join our team!

As Team Manager, you will be responsible for the safety and welfare of a team of 132kV Overhead Linespersons.

We are looking for a highly organised individual with an open, honest and positive communication style who has the ability to engage at all levels.

Roles & responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Lead, motivate, and empower your team to deliver and achieve their full potential by actively encourage staff engagement, team building and the recognition of excellent performance.

- Team management including timesheet submission, compliance and administration duties.

- Ensuring effective customer service, dealing with stakeholders, dispute/conflict resolution.

- Management of contractors and other third-party service providers.

- Running of financial reports, raising purchase orders , tools and equipment management/procurement.

What do I need?

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

- Great people management skills and a proven track record of leading, coaching and motivating teams.

- A strong health and safety mindset, with values that align with those of SSE and our Safety family culture, coupled with experience of integrating and maintaining these within an operational environment.

- Working knowledge of Microsoft packages including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Office 365, Teams and data analytical skills to ensure accurate and timely reporting through different systems.

- The ability to identify and resolve problems with excellent organisational skills.

- Experience of working on Electrical networks up to 132kV would be advantageous but not essential as training can be provided.

Travel is required and as a result we can only accept applications from candidates that hold a current driving licence.

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. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. Youll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net zero, so teamwork will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

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, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

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. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kim on 01738 344051.

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.

About the Role

Base Location: Portsmouth

Salary: £53,208 - £59,921 + overtime + standby + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Office based, 24/7 shift pattern including nights & weekends

Join us as we seek Technical Shift Leaders to become part of our team!

The Technical Shift Leader is responsible for the efficient restoration of supplies during outages on the Low Voltage Distribution network, ensuring safety is the number one priority.

You will manage Low Voltage Distribution network incidents, prioritising response, driving efficient restoration plans whilst providing technical guidance and assistance to field & office staff.

You will focus on safety, leading customer performance, minimising Customer Interruptions and Customer Minutes Lost.

By monitoring network activity and data provided by thousands of substation monitors you will drive a proactive fault management response.

We are looking for someone knowledgeable about the Electricity Network who prioritises excellent customer service.

Other roles & responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- You are responsible for efficient network restoration and providing improvement advice, finding the best ways to handle network faults and other real-time challenges whilst following appropriate escalation routes.

- Triage and prioritise all newly raised incidents, ensuring real time scoping of customers affected to enable accurate reporting.

- You will assist in both proactive and reactive fault response, driving best practise with the installation of automation & monitoring devices, creating effective use of fault data.

- Ensure customers are central in decisions to provide excellent service, performance, and value.

- Make sure all work is done safely, following distribution safety rules, local processes and procedures.

What do I need?

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

- Have a qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent operational experience. Preferably authorised to work on SSEN's distribution network.

- Have strong technical knowledge of the electrical distribution system, including a detailed understanding of Ofgem regulations, IIS reporting and RIGs.

- Be able to manage priorities using technical knowledge for safety, customer, and cost solutions.

- Be able to explain network impact and good practices to field staff for better performance.

- Have good IT literacy with an ability to multi-task across a variety of systems whilst collecting accurate data quickly.

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 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. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net zero, so teamwork will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

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, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

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. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kim on 01738 344051.

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.

About the Role

We are looking for Low Voltage or High Voltage Electrical Construction Fitters to join our team in Southern England!

Base Location: Slough, Swindon, Oxford, Melksham, Yeovil, Andover, Poole, New Forest, Portsmouth, Petersfield, Aldershot, West London, Reading

Salary: £33,063 - £38,404, Plus:

- Overtime & travel time available.

- 37 hour working week.

- Company vehicle provided.

- Training provided to gain further authorisations.

- Full PPE and tools supplied for the role.

- If based at Slough/West London this will also have a London allowance of £3,000

- View our full benefits package on our careers site.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time

This is an excellent opportunity where you will be working in a team responsible for constructing electrical apparatus within substations on the electricity distribution network from 11kV up to 132kV.

You'll be part of a great team that is there to help and support each other. An environment where you are encouraged to suggest improvements and where safety is our number one priority.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Safe delivery of construction projects in live electricity substation environments in line with operational safety rules and safety legislation. This will also include emergency response to fault scenarios.

- Installing and commissioning new CT Metering apparatus.

- Delivering great customer service when speaking with our customers and keeping them updated.

What do I need?

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

- Knowledge of the electricity distribution network and experience of working in live electricity substation environments from 11kV - 132kV.

- Previous experience will include working on DC battery systems, internal panel wiring modification, multicore cable terminating and glanding, wiring circuit breakers, CT's/VT's to marshalling kiosks and control panels, AC/DC wiring and replacing 33kV outdoor circuit breakers and isolators.

- A high regard for safety, especially construction sites and CDM regulations with strong customer service skills.

- Previous electricity network operational authorisations would be extremely beneficial as would training and qualifications in scaffold, telehandler, furzeweld, working at heights, confined space, asbestos, COSHH, Loler and SMSTS.

- A clean driving licence and flexible approach to working hours and work location is a must because the role will involve extensive travel throughout our network area.

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. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens next?

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kim on 01738 344051.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

About the Role

Location: Reading or Portsmouth

Salary: £40,600 - £61,000 + car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing.

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

We are looking for a Lead Connections Contracts Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will be essential in helping consumers connect to our network as part of the transition to netzero.

- Optimising performance of the Connections Contract Management team and ownership of customer relationships to ensure excellent customer service.

- Working collaboratively with colleagues across SSEN including Engineering, Design, Finance and Project Delivery partners to ensure consistency of delivery across multiple teams.

- Driving income by developing and implementing training, governance, reporting practices, and behaviours aligned with industry best practice.

- Efficient and accurate issuing of Standard License Condition 12 and 15 Connection Offers and subsequently their contractual management, from acceptance to energisation and beyond, to mitigate contractual, network security, and financial risks.

- Develop, coach, motivate and empower all colleagues and direct reports to deliver and perform to their full potential within a positive but challenging environment.

What do I need?

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

- Prior Contract Management or Project Management experience.

- Experience working in a customer driven environment, possessing excellent negotiation and personal skills.

- Leader of people; coaching and mentoring skills, performance management skills.

- Ability to deliver within challenging timescales, the ability to effectively prioritise, plan and organise, balance immediate and longer-term business priorities.

- Good commercial awareness with an understanding of regulatory funding and charging mechanisms ideally in the electricity industry.

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. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact our Jim on 01738 341514.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

About the Role

Base Location: Portsmouth/Havant - Penner Road

Salary: £44,195 - £50,611 and a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Office based

We are looking for a Quotation Team Manager to join our team!

As a Quotation Team Manager, you will ensure that the quotations delivered by the minor connections team are accurate, compliant and meet all standards and regulatory requirements across all four regions in The South of England (SEPD - Wessex, Thames Valley, South East, Ridgeway)

The Quotation Team Manager is responsible for the team who will carry out detailed quotation for the minor connection market.

You will maximise and improve the customer experience and their journey through their new connection.

Key responsibilities in this role will include:

- Responsible for the Minor Connections Quoters, assisting the quoters with daily prioritisation/workflow and instructions to ensure the most appropriate and cost-effective detailed design solutions.

- Responsible for managing the Time To Quote for each job and liaise with other departments for controlling late clock starts, re-quotes, market segment changes.

- Driving quality and productivity by managing the workload of the team and driving more accurate jobs by pro-actively reviewing incoming jobs before allocation and dealing with anomalies with the application team.

- Support internal stakeholders like the delivery team, customer experience team, advisors and complaints team throughout the life cycle of jobs, providing an escalation route while ensuring technical support from application to delivery job completion.

- Lead, motivate, and empower your team to deliver and achieve their full potential by actively encourage staff engagement, team building and the recognition of excellent performance.

What do I need?

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

- Be educated to a City and Guilds Level in Electrical Engineering, or similar with extensive industry knowledge and/or relevant experience.

- Have great people management skills and a proven track record of leading, coaching and motivating teams.

- Have design experience in a closely regulated environment, preferably with experience in a quotation.

- Sound ability to understand and respond to KPI metrics of work output (Time to Quote and Broad Measure) with effective communication to the team and wider business.

- Be able to forecast and plan jobs with prioritisation while tightly managing KPIs.

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. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. Youll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net zero, so teamwork will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

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, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

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. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kim on 01738 344051.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

Base Location: We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around the South of England.

Salary: £39,415 - £45,136 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

Improved visibility of our Low Voltage network is vital to help achieve our Net Zero and Regulatory obligations. This position, within our DSO Smart Energy Systems team, will support our Low Voltage (LV) monitoring rollout programme to ensure we are meeting our commitments to install and maintain 20,000 LV monitors and make use of the data to further improve our overall network performance and visibility of power flows. This role will coordinate network visibility initiatives that support and improve the access and understanding of network data across our business teams, whilst also making this data available on our open data portal for our stakeholders.

You will report to and support the Metering Systems Lead who is responsible for all points of supply (in and out) of the SEPD and SHEPD distributions network, for both system connection points i.e. Grid Supply Points (GSPs) and customer connections. Supporting the services necessary to install and maintain a safe and compliant operation of the network, whilst ensuring SSENs Registrant duties are performed effectively.

Key Responsibilities in this role will include:

- Support the Low Voltage monitoring rollout, implementation and day to day activities.

- Help ensure the benefits and use cases from LV monitoring data are being delivered by our business teams.

- Support the Metering System Lead to manage our Central Volume Allocation metering obligations under the Balancing and Settlement Code (BSC).

- Coordinate Service Termination SLA performance, supplier and meter operator bilaterals.

- Coordinate SSENs Registrant duties.

- Support at industry forums, committees and working groups.

Consider what actually matters to do this role - skills, past experience, behaviours, etc and limit this to the top 5 essential requirements. Please consider how diversity of thought, actions and approach could bring added productivity to your business.

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

- Experience in data analysis and processing using PowerBI.

- Effective interpersonal skills with a focus on relationship-building and support.

- Experience of implementing performance improvements using data driven decisions.

- Ability to communicate information appropriate for senior leaders.

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. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net-zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

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. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Stacey on 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.

About the Role

Base Location: Portsmouth or Petersfield

Salary: £39,415 - £50,611 depending on skills and experience + car / cash allowance + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

We are looking for a Land Consents Manager to join our busy team in our South East Region!

Our Land Consents Managers are a pivotal resource for the successful delivery of our project portfolio in order to support a net carbon zero future across our electricity distribution network.

In this role you'll be in charge of securing, maintaining and managing strategic land and property rights for underground cables, overhead lines and ground mounted plant on both public and privately-owned land.

Your key responsibilities in this role will include:

- Devising land consents strategies to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and sustainably as well as managing risk to future network security.

- Managing preparation, negotiation and successful acquisition of wayleaves, easements, land purchases, lease agreements and access permissions.

- Assessing, negotiating and successful settlement of compensation claims.

- Engaging with internal and external stakeholders to develop and foster positive working relationships.

- Working with and assisting wider Capital, Maintenance and Inspection teams.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, you will ideally have:

- Excellent negotiation and influencing skills.

- Experience securing both voluntary and statutory consents for capital projects.

- Experience of working with key stakeholders, such as landowners, tenants, and their agents, local authorities and national agencies.

- Knowledge of relevant consents and environmental legislation.

- A full, current driving licence.

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. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net-zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

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, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

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. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kim on 01738 344051.

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.

About the role

Base Location: Portsmouth, Aldershot or Basingstoke

Salary: £39,415 - £45,136 + car/cash allowance + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

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

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our busy team!

In this role you will be responsible for the successful project delivery of a range of connections.

Projects will include small domestic connections through to large commercial connections, and diversions up to 11kV.

Other roles & responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Managing a portfolio of connections projects to time, cost and customer satisfaction.

- Issuing each contract package to our Framework Partner ensuring compliance, cost management, project tracking and accuracy of information to efficiently deliver connections projects.

- Driving profitability and opportunity through excellent customer service, identifying areas of improvement to work collaboratively with the delivery partners and wider business.

- Ensuring the inspection of works and supporting information is available and given to all parties within the connections delivery process and that all required contracts are managed, completed correctly and stored in line with SSEN processes.

- Providing support to both our customers and delivery partners to ensure the projects proceed efficiently.

What do I need?

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

- Awareness and understanding of SSE connections methodology and licensing conditions that relate to connections activities and our regulatory framework including knowledge of Statutory, Regulatory and License requirements.

- Understanding of the operation, and management, of an NEC3 contract and the various interactions with the delivery partners.

- Project management skills; managing multiple workloads, finance and project planning and a Prince 2 practitioner - or working towards similar qualification.

- Sound business and technical knowledge of electricity distribution or similar market sector.

- Excellent planning, organizational and problem-solving skills.

Regular travel is required and as a result we can only accept applications from candidates that hold a current driving licence.

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. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. Youll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net zero, so teamwork will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kim on 01738 344051.

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.

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire

Salary: circa £21,795 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing. 

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time

Start date: September 2024

 What is the Role? 

Are you interested in technology and want to study for a degree in IT? Apply now for our IT Graduate Apprenticeship and benefit from paid education, a competitive salary, and excellent benefits.

Join our dynamic four-year training program and earn a BSc (Hons) in IT Management for Business from Anglia Ruskin University by the end. Our program combines practical training and business exposure, ensuring you develop a comprehensive understanding of core principles, methods, technologies, and professional conduct. As part of this exciting programme, you will also attend Dundee University on day release to complete the academic element of your programme. It's not just a technical scheme; more about learning how we use technology to support the business and our customers.

Once you successfully finish the programme, we plan to give you a full-time position on our Real Time Systems team. Here, you will play a part in evolving technology within our field.

The Real Time Systems team designs and delivers projects, offering support for Operational Applications. Our Network Management Centres use these applications to oversee and control the Electricity Distribution Networks.

As a valued member of the Resource team, you will tackle both small and large projects. Also, you will deliver daily support for our Operational Applications. You will be part of a rota providing 24/7 support for critical national infrastructure.

What do I need? 

We would love for you to have the following to be considered for this role:

- A Modern Apprenticeship in a relevant area and two science or engineering subjects at Higher level (computing science is recommended) or

- A Foundation Apprenticeship in a relevant area and two science or engineering subjects at Higher level (computing science is recommended) or

- BBBC at Higher level including two science or engineering subjects (computing science is recommended) or Equivalent

This program does not accept applications from candidates who have a degree in this or a related subject as it is not designed for graduates.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be made online and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

We ask you to complete only one application during the apprentice and trainee recruitment cycle. If we feel there is a more suitable programme for you, well let you know during the application process.

During the recruitment process, we want to get to know you and your strengths. Therefore we expect our candidates to answer questions without the use of AI technology.

We welcome applications from all candidates and during the recruitment process, all candidates are required to prove they have the legal right to live and work in UK for the full duration of the programme. The apprentice and trainee programmes are not eligible for visa sponsorship as they do not meet the minimum requirements of the Home Office.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact us here.

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. The role will require National Security Vetting, so any job offer is dependent on receiving security clearance.

About the Role

Base Location: Reading, Slough, Portsmouth, Petersfield, Aldershot or Basingstoke

Salary: £55,573 - £63,643 + car/cash allowance and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

We're on the hunt for a Design Team Manager to become part of our team!

The Team Manager (CMI Design) leads the design team to ensure safe project designs, customer service excellence, and compliance with design standards and governance. They manage the design phase, preparing for construction by meeting all consenting requirements like access, site acquisitions, and surveys.

Youll be responsible for Principal Designers who create cost-effective designs meeting SSEN standards and overseeing engineering productivity and quality, ready for execution.

Your projects will cover network improvements, customer service enhancements, wayleave terminations and infrastructure upgrades, coordinating with investment and construction teams for timely, viable delivery.

Other roles & responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Promote a strong safety culture in line with SSEN Influencing Behaviours by ensuring staff and partners challenge, praise, understand, and follow safety rules to meet performance targets.

- Responsible for the design phase of all construction projects within their portfolio of works.

- Ensure that all schemes passed into the construction phase are fully designed and constructible in line with SSENs policies and procedures.

- Carry out the day-to-day line management of the design team focussing on performance and productivity by encouraging their development, setting clear objectives, and developing their sense of ownership for achieving them.

- Address present and future customer needs, ensuring staff and contractors apply them throughout the customer journey including active involvement with all customers.

What do I need?

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

- Great coaching, mentoring and performance management skills.

- Good knowledge of the design of Distribution Networks and Power Distribution operations up to 33kV on both overhead line and underground networks.

- Excellent understanding of statutory, regulatory & license requirements, industry wide codes, network, and engineering standards. Knowledge of the design, operation, protection and safety of HV/EHV electricity networks.

- A minimum of an HNC or equivalent in electrical and electronic engineering and a good understanding of CDM roles and responsibilities.

- Good understanding of Supplier Relationship Management to source, deploy and manage external suppliers including developing and managing contracts.

It is an essential requirement for this role that you have a full, current driving licence.

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. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. Youll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net zero, so teamwork will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

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, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

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. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kim on 01738 344051.

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.

About the role

Base Location: New Forest, Poole, Portsmouth, Aldershot or Basingstoke

Salary: £39,415 - £45,136 + car/cash allowance + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

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

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our busy team!

In this role you will be responsible for the successful project delivery of a range of connections.

Projects will include small domestic connections through to large commercial connections, and diversions up to 11kV.

Other roles & responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Managing a portfolio of connections projects to time, cost and customer satisfaction.

- Issuing each contract package to our Framework Partner ensuring compliance, cost management, project tracking and accuracy of information to efficiently deliver connections projects.

- Driving profitability and opportunity through excellent customer service, identifying areas of improvement to work collaboratively with the delivery partners and wider business.

- Ensuring the inspection of works and supporting information is available and given to all parties within the connections delivery process and that all required contracts are managed, completed correctly and stored in line with SSEN processes.

- Providing support to both our customers and delivery partners to ensure the projects proceed efficiently.

What do I need?

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

- Awareness and understanding of SSE connections methodology and licensing conditions that relate to connections activities and our regulatory framework including knowledge of Statutory, Regulatory and License requirements.

- Understanding of the operation, and management, of an NEC3 contract and the various interactions with the delivery partners.

- Project management skills; managing multiple workloads, finance and project planning and a Prince 2 practitioner - or working towards similar qualification.

- Sound business and technical knowledge of electricity distribution or similar market sector.

- Excellent planning, organizational and problem-solving skills.

Regular travel is required and as a result we can only accept applications from candidates that hold a current driving licence.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kim on 01738 344051.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

This role is within our Networks Distribution IT team supporting our Digital Strategy and Vision to be a progressive network owner, using digital to enhance social and economic value, deliver a leading experience for our customers and to enable the energy system to support net zero carbon emissions.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Havant, Reading, Perth or Glasgow

Salary: £44,195-£50,611 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

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

As a Product Analyst within Distribution IT, you will be supporting the design and development of technology solutions, working with delivery teams and the Product Owner in an agile manner to translate their needs into technology that delivers business value and outcomes.

Key responsibilities for this role will include:

- Supporting the Product Owner to clarify requirements, to plan implementation and to answer queries through the development process.

- Delivering product backlog items across the end-to-end product in an agile environment; Delivery work may include representing and modelling data and information, developing training materials and supporting with definition of lean business cases.

- Working collaboratively and developing relationships with business users at different levels of the organisation to document requirements and solution specifications.

- Undertaking analysis tasks under the leadership of a product owner and preparing succinct reports and communications that are tailored to different situations and audiences.

- Contributes to the execution of user system testing and to the test plan for large releases.

What do I need?

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

- Experience from a similar support or development role in supporting business critical/complex systems.

- Previous experience working in an agile environment and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work collaboratively.

- Excellent analysis skills with a systematic, disciplined and analytical approach to problem solving.

- Proactive approach with the ability to prioritise own workload within demanding schedules.

- Excellent communication skills with the ability to take ownership of any requests and issues from all interconnecting and interdependent workstreams and maintains quality of work.

About our Business

SSE IT underpins the technology needs of all the different businesses that make up the SSE group. From emerging technologies to data and analytics to cyber security - we power SSE's growth and enable it to generate value, while keeping it secure. As a trusted business partner that helps SSE lead in a low carbon world, we are proud of our service. Working for SSE IT is all about equipping SSE for now and the future.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Laura on 01738 341814.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

This role is within our Networks Distribution IT team supporting our Digital Strategy and Vision to be a progressive network owner, using digital to enhance social and economic value, deliver a leading experience for our customers and to enable the energy system to support net zero carbon emissions.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Havant, Reading, Glasgow or Perth

Salary: £63,300-£94,400 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent or Fixed Term Contract or Secondment | Full Time or Part Time | Flexible First options available

We are embedding agility in our ways of working, building capability for a digital SSE of the future, meeting the needs of our customers in a new way. SSE IT is building its Agile capability and continues to increase the proportion of its delivery which utilises Agile methodology and tools. As a result, those in Delivery and Portfolio Management roles need to have Agile experience and demonstrate an interest in championing it across the business.

The Senior Delivery Lead will be responsible for leading technology programmes and solution development teams to realise the product roadmap and will play a critical role in helping to build out delivery capability within the relevant area. A vital part of the role is delivering the requirements as per the customer expectations.

Youll be responsible for the most complex and highest priority technology delivery, products and Centres of Excellence in the Networks Distribution IT business unit. You will be accountable for end-to-end delivery of the product lifecycle and product roadmap via multiple delivery teams through the use of best practice methodologies, ensuring effective control over costs and resourcing enabling the delivery of business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities for this role will include:

- Leading technology delivery of IT programmes and projects using Agile and Waterfall delivery approaches with a focus on tangible business outcomes.

- Establish and maintain highly effective relationships with multiple delivery teams, central teams, stakeholders at all levels and business teams to ensure that interfaces work correctly and continually improve the approach the Business Unit takes on delivery value to its business.

- Ensuring successful transition to service, ensuring change lands well and meets business and IT operations needs.

- Leading on the management of 3rd parties, reviewing their performance and providing oversight, and ensuring alignment with SSE ways of working and values.

- Realising the product objectives and key results as defined in the product roadmap - lead and manage other delivery roles to ensure they are also doing this.

What do I need?

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

- Extensive experience of delivering complex IT Programmes, demonstrating and meeting Business value and outcomes with the ability to develop countermeasures and contingency plans associated with significant delivery risk.

- Supporting budget and funding submissions, advocating for the correct level of funding to deliver against the products business and operational requirements.

- In-depth understanding of IT products, services and systems.

- Ideally skilled in a number of project management / change management approaches, in particular Agile delivery, as well as Prince2, APM and PMP.

- Excellent organisation and communication skills with the ability to engage with stakeholders across all levels.

About our Business

SSE IT underpins the technology needs of all the different businesses that make up the SSE group. From emerging technologies to data and analytics to cyber security - we power SSE's growth and enable it to generate value, while keeping it secure. As a trusted business partner that helps SSE lead in a low carbon world, we are proud of our service. Working for SSE IT is all about equipping SSE for now and the future.

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, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

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. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Further actions

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Laura on 01738 341814.

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.

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

This role is within our Networks Distribution IT team supporting our Digital Strategy and Vision to be a progressive network owner, using digital to enhance social and economic value, deliver a leading experience for our customers and to enable the energy system to support net zero carbon emissions.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Havant, Reading, Perth or Glasgow

Salary: £45,400 - £68,200 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

We are embedding agility in our ways of working, building capability for a digital SSE of the future, and meeting the needs of our customers in a new way.

As a Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for leading technology solution development teams to realise the product roadmap and critical roles for building capability within the Networks Distribution Business.

Key responsibilities for the role will include:

- Leading the delivery of technology solutions with focus on tangible business outcomes in accordance with the business strategy, using the appropriate methodology such as Agile, Prince2, APM and PMP.

- Establishing and maintaining highly effective relationships with delivery teams, stakeholders at all levels and business teams to ensure that interfaces work correctly.

- Managing the product and delivery teams, and wider stakeholders as required, across end-to-end product lifecycle to ensure that resultant systems/services deliver the specified outcomes, within budget and timescale, without introducing technical debt.

- Ensuring successful transition to service, ensuring change lands well and meets business needs.

- Analyse problems, action and progress issues as appropriate, ensuring follow through to resolution and removing blockers and providing input into the governance process itself, including the methods and tools to be used.

What do I need?

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

- Experience of delivering complex IT Projects, demonstrating and meeting Business value and outcomes.

- Ability to work in environments that are undergoing change, working in an iterative and adaptive manner.

- Experience in enabling behaviour change, communication and influencing skills with a strong degree of personal resilience to enable effective change in how we work.

- Experience in applying various waterfall (e.g. Prince2, APM, PMP) and Agile methodologies and supporting context, such as governance, process and culture across different levels of portfolio.

- High level knowledge of development processes, including but not limited to DevOps, Scrum, Kanban and lean development.

About our Business

SSE IT underpins the technology needs of all the different businesses that make up the SSE group. From emerging technologies to data and analytics to cyber security - we power SSE's growth and enable it to generate value, while keeping it secure. As a trusted business partner that helps SSE lead in a low carbon world, we are proud of our service. Working for SSE IT is all about equipping SSE for now and the future.

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, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

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. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Further actions

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Laura on 01738 341814.

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.

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

This role is within our Networks Distribution IT team supporting our Digital Strategy and Vision to be a progressive network owner, using digital to enhance social and economic value, deliver a leading experience for our customers and to enable the energy system to support net zero carbon emissions.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Havant, Reading, Perth or Glasgow

Salary: £55,573-£63,643 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

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

As an experienced Senior Product Analyst within Distribution IT, you will be leading the activities with Product Owners and delivery teams by translating customer needs into high level technical specifications, design and development of recommended systems, working in an agile manner to deliver business outcomes and value.

Key responsibilities for this role will include:

- Leading on work alongside the Product Owner to clarify requirements, to plan implementation and to answer queries through the development process as well as understanding and prioritising conflicting needs.

- Overseeing delivery of product analysis backlog items across the end-to-end product in an agile environment. Delivery work may include representing and modelling data and information, developing training materials and driving the definition of lean business cases.

- Planning, prioritising, managing, executing and evaluating analysis work across the product lifecycle.

- Assessing impacts and leads the design activities for business processes to accommodate the use of the solution.

- Presents complex business and technical concepts as well as preparing succinct reports and communications to customers at all levels of the organisation.

What do I need?

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

- Experience from a similar more senior support or development role focused on supporting business critical/complex systems in a large organisation.

- Previous experience working in an agile environment and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

- Strong stakeholder management capabilities with excellent facilitation skills; ensuring people reach agreement and develop effective work practices

- Proactive approach with the ability to prioritise own and others workloads within demanding schedules.

- Excellent communication skills with the ability to take ownership of any requests and issues from all interconnecting and interdependent workstreams and maintains quality of work.

About our Business

SSE IT underpins the technology needs of all the different businesses that make up the SSE group. From emerging technologies to data and analytics to cyber security - we power SSE's growth and enable it to generate value, while keeping it secure. As a trusted business partner that helps SSE lead in a low carbon world, we are proud of our service. Working for SSE IT is all about equipping SSE for now and the future.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Laura on 01738 341814.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.