Operations Engineer – Power Transmission (On-Call)

sse.com; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking an Operations Engineer based in Orkney. This permanent, full-time position involves supporting the operation, maintenance, and capital delivery activities on the Transmission network. Candidates will need experience as a Senior Authorised Person or willingness to achieve SAP authorisation. Responsibilities include planning maintenance activities and providing support for major projects. The role requires strong communication skills and a full driving licence, with a competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Overtime compensation

Standby allowance

Car allowance

Range of benefits for wellbeing and family

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Authorised Person or willingness to obtain SAP authorisation up to 400kV.
• Understanding of CDM regulations and operational safety awareness.
• Full current driving licence is required due to travel needs.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, scheduling, and delivery of maintenance activities.
• Organise resources and respond to faults or emergency repairs.
• Contribute to the development of policies for network safety.
• Support major projects including new builds and refurbishments.

Skills

Strong safety culture

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Data management skills

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

PowerBI

Job description

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking an Operations Engineer based in Orkney. This permanent, full-time position involves supporting the operation, maintenance, and capital delivery activities on the Transmission network. Candidates will need experience as a Senior Authorised Person or willingness to achieve SAP authorisation. Responsibilities include planning maintenance activities and providing support for major projects. The role requires strong communication skills and a full driving licence, with a competitive salary and benefits offered.