Trainee Electrical Fitter (m/w/d)

Job Description

Do you have some experience as an Electrical Fitter, or looking for a career change and would like to be part of a forward thinking company that powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the North of Scotland?

We are looking for interested candidates with a Mechanical or Electrical bias to join us and work as part of a team maintaining, inspecting, and repairing the electricity network that supply our customers.

You will be

• Responsible for maintaining electrical equipment on the electricity network up to 33kV, ensuring maintenance is completed within specific time frames and the network is restored to normal as soon as possible. This will also include emergency response to fault scenarios.
• Part of the team that is involved in the delivery of construction projects in line with agreed KPI's, including all plant and equipment (both electrical and mechanical) ensuring it is operating within designated limits.
• Assist the maintenance team with switching out the network and restoration switching within authorisation level, including planning on how, when and where all works will take place.
• Required to attend training courses within this role, especially if joining outside from SSE, these courses may be held out of area, but training and accommodation will be provided.
• An ambassador for Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks when interacting with external and internal customers, including National Grid and small scale power stations, to deliver world class customer service and protect the SSE brand.

Safety is a key priority at SSE and throughout everything you do you will adhere to safety policies and procedures.

You have

• Experience as an Electrical Fitter / knowledge of the UK Electrical Distribution Network would be advantageous.
• A high regard for safety with strong customer service skills.
• Excellent communication skills are essential to this role as we deal with customer related issues face-to-face on a daily basis, and good service allows us to achieve our broader measure requirements and targets.

A full UK driving licence and flexible approach to working hours and work location is a must.

Training will be provided throughout, however if you hold certain authorisations you may be eligible for a different pay banding:

SS04 up to £40,939 if you are a qualified Electrical Fitter

SS05 up to £45,905 - requires 11kv SAP PTW

SS06 up to £51,484 - requires 33kv SAP PTW

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.

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 [email protected] / 01738 344051 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.