Plant & Cable Maintenance Manager
SSE Renewables
Company Overview
SSE Renewables, a wholly-owned subsidiary of SSE plc
Perth, Scotland, United Kingdom
2010
Approximately 4,900 MW of renewable capacity as of March 2023 (source: dcfmodeling.com). SSE plc reported £8.4 billion in revenue for 2023 (source: dcfmodeling.com).
What They Do
SSE Renewables specializes in the development, ownership, and operation of renewable energy assets, primarily focusing on onshore and offshore wind farms, as well as hydroelectric generation. The company is a key player in the renewable energy sector, with a significant emphasis on expanding its capabilities in emerging technologies such as battery storage and hydrogen. SSE Renewables operates within SSE plc's broader low-carbon infrastructure framework, which includes extensive electricity transmission and distribution grids that span nearly 132,000 km and serve approximately 3.8 million customers (source: en.wikipedia.org). The company has a strong commitment to sustainability and aims to address the climate emergency through large-scale renewable projects.
Projects & Track Record
SSE Renewables has an impressive portfolio of completed projects, including the 504MW Greater Gabbard offshore wind farm, which was completed in 2012 off the coast of Suffolk, England, and the 588MW Beatrice offshore wind farm, which became operational in 2019 off Caithness, Scotland. The company also developed the 100MW Glendoe hydroelectric scheme near Fort Augustus, Scotland, completed in 2009, and the Clyde wind farm, which was operational by 2013, making SSE the largest onshore wind generator in Great Britain and Ireland at that time. Additionally, the 72MW Meentycat wind farm in Ireland is notable for supplying 100% renewable electricity (source: sserenewables.com). The company is currently engaged in major projects such as the 1.1GW Seagreen offshore wind farm, which began construction in 2020 and is set to be completed in 2023.
Recent Developments
In June 2023, SSE Renewables published a brochure celebrating 20 years of offshore wind, highlighting significant milestones from the Arklow Bank project in 2003 to the ongoing construction of the Seagreen project and the development of the Dogger Bank project, which is poised to be the world's largest offshore wind project. In 2023, SSE plc invested £2.3 billion in renewable assets, including wind and solar, achieving a total renewable capacity of 4.7GW, with SSE Renewables contributing 4.9GW by March 2023 (source: sserenewables.com). The company has committed to investing £24 billion over the next decade to further enhance its offshore and onshore wind capabilities.
Working There
SSE Renewables offers a variety of roles across its operations, including positions in renewable energy development, engineering, and customer service. The company operates from key locations such as its headquarters in Perth, Scotland, and various project sites including Cromarty Firth and Nigg, where significant construction activities are taking place for projects like Beatrice and Seagreen. The company culture emphasizes sustainability and community engagement, with initiatives such as the Sustainable Development Fund launched in 2013/14 to support local communities near renewable projects (source: sseheritage.com). SSE Renewables also provides training opportunities, particularly at its Dundee training facility, to ensure employees are well-equipped for the evolving energy landscape.
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Job Description
We're hiring a Plant & Cable Maintenance Manager for the SSEN Transmission network in the North/West region. Our Maintenance manager will oversee a team of Maintenance Fitters and Technicians, coordinating all planned and reactive maintenance-including inspections, routine upkeep, and repairs-to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operation of our transmission assets.
You will
- Supervise and support a maintenance team to ensure inspections, planned works, and urgent repairs are completed safely and efficiently. Ensure all maintenance is organised, compliant, and meets high standards.
- Provide visible, confident guidance and consistently embody the SSEN Leadership Blueprint. You will empower the value of the maintenance function, shaping the future strategy by identifying opportunities for cost savings, improving quality, and driving operational growth.
- Manage performance and budget forecasts for your area, ensuring accurate OPEX reporting and maintaining clear KPIs to support decisions and show operational success.
- Oversee the network's round-the-clock operational response, playing a managing role in the preparation, coordination and direction of actions during major system emergencies such as storms and other exceptional events. Your guidance will ensure an organised, efficient and resilient approach to maintaining network safety and continuity throughout critical incidents.
- Proactively foster and strengthen SSEN Transmission's safety culture, taking initiative to enhance the safety of yourself and your colleagues. You will contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of policies and procedures supporting safe and compliant working practices across the network.
You have
- Extensive experience and proven knowledge in the operation and maintenance of transmission plant and cable assets, ideally to ISO 55000 standards. Previous experience as a Senior Authorised Person is advantageous but not essential.
- A strong dedication to safety, coupled with a thorough understanding of key regulatory requirements, including ISO 55000, ESQCR, CDM, and Health & Safety at Work regulations, as well as clear operational safety rules.
- Excellent administrative, written, and verbal communication skills, alongside confident data management abilities. Competence in Microsoft Office applications is essential.
- A full, valid driving licence, as regular travel and on-site attendance across the operational area is required.
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 Andy on [email protected] / 01738 275370 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.
Our Benefits
- 34 days of annual leave with the option to purchase up to 10 days holiday
- 24/7 free and confidential employee counselling service
- Sharesave Scheme
- Private healthcare discounts
- Subsidised gym memberships
- Generous family entitlements including adoption leave, paternity leave and gradual return to work for new parents
- Flexible working opportunities
- Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets
- And much more...
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About the role
April 16, 2026
Full time
Company
- Inverness, United Kingdom
Extensive experience in operation and maintenance of transmission plant and cable assets.
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