SSE
Maintenance and Inspection Fitter
Job Location
Basingstoke, United Kingdom
Job Description
About the Role
Base Location: Portsmouth (Solent Park) or Basingstoke
Salary: £28,072 - £38,404 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible working options available
SSEN are looking for a Maintenance and Inspection Fitter to join our maintenance and inspection team in the South East region.
You will be responsible for the organisation, safe isolation, repair and execution of maintenance and inspection on HV equipment up to 132kV in line with the companies' policies and operational procedures.
If successful, you will play a key role in the team to ensure that our positive safety culture is upheld, the team are set to work safely, and all plant and equipment is operating within designated limits.
You will be an ambassador for Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks when interacting with customers, including National Grid and small scale power stations, to deliver excellent customer service.
What Do I Need ?
A driving licence and flexible approach to working hours is a must because the role will require you to travel throughout the Southeast Region and for you to take part in an out of hours standby rota.
Previous electricity network operational authorisations would be extremely beneficial, however candidates with an electrical or mechanical background will be considered with training and opportunity provided to progress in line with our pay progression matrices.
- Category 2 & 3 authorisations - Supervise a working party.
- Category 7 authorisations - HV Switching up to 11KV.
- Category 10 a &/or b authorisations (LV) - Mobile generator Live and dead connection.
Typical Tasks
- Carry out timing tests on feeder circuits
- Connect and operate mobile LV generators.
- Find and repair faults using knowledge and specialised equipment e.g. thermal imaging cameras.
- Supervise a working party.
- Switches on HV network.
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 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.
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Location: Basingstoke, GB
Posted Date: 10/27/2024
Base Location: Portsmouth (Solent Park) or Basingstoke
Salary: £28,072 - £38,404 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible working options available
SSEN are looking for a Maintenance and Inspection Fitter to join our maintenance and inspection team in the South East region.
You will be responsible for the organisation, safe isolation, repair and execution of maintenance and inspection on HV equipment up to 132kV in line with the companies' policies and operational procedures.
If successful, you will play a key role in the team to ensure that our positive safety culture is upheld, the team are set to work safely, and all plant and equipment is operating within designated limits.
You will be an ambassador for Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks when interacting with customers, including National Grid and small scale power stations, to deliver excellent customer service.
What Do I Need ?
A driving licence and flexible approach to working hours is a must because the role will require you to travel throughout the Southeast Region and for you to take part in an out of hours standby rota.
Previous electricity network operational authorisations would be extremely beneficial, however candidates with an electrical or mechanical background will be considered with training and opportunity provided to progress in line with our pay progression matrices.
- Category 2 & 3 authorisations - Supervise a working party.
- Category 7 authorisations - HV Switching up to 11KV.
- Category 10 a &/or b authorisations (LV) - Mobile generator Live and dead connection.
Typical Tasks
- Carry out timing tests on feeder circuits
- Connect and operate mobile LV generators.
- Find and repair faults using knowledge and specialised equipment e.g. thermal imaging cameras.
- Supervise a working party.
- Switches on HV network.
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 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.
#LI-DIST
#LI-SW1
#LI-onsite
Location: Basingstoke, GB
Posted Date: 10/27/2024
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