Technical Planner

sse.com; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 43,000 - GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in the UK is seeking a Technical Planner based in Lowestoft. The successful candidate will coordinate asset intervention activities, primarily supporting the Greater Gabbard Offshore Windfarm. Responsibilities include managing the maintenance management system (IBM Maximo) and collaborating with stakeholders on intervention plans. The role requires prior experience in asset maintenance, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in MS Office. Competitive salary range of £43,704 to £51,484, along with performance bonuses and flexible benefits.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym membership discounts

Wellbeing benefits

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Prior experience coordinating asset maintenance activities.
• Competency in using maintenance management systems.
• Knowledge of controlled safety environments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop asset intervention plans.
• Chair planning meetings, ensuring efficient scheduling.
• Manage the maintenance management system, ensuring data accuracy.

Skills

Coordinating asset maintenance activities

Using maintenance management systems

Knowledge of controlled safety environments

Proficiency in MS Office applications

Strong organisational skills

Tools

IBM Maximo

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Overview

Base Location: Greater Gabbard Operations & Maintenance Hub, Lowestoft

Salary: £43,704 to £51,484 dependant on experience + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing

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

As a Technical Planner, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating and managing all asset intervention activities, primarily supporting the Greater Gabbard Offshore Windfarm. You may also provide vital support across other offshore windfarm sites within the SSE portfolio. Your expertise will be crucial in administering the maintenance management system to uphold the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

You will

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop accurate, comprehensive short- and long-term asset intervention plans.
• Chair daily and weekly planning meetings, tracking progress and ensuring efficient scheduling and prioritisation of work.
• Support the collation of site production plans and monitor budgeted spends to align with approved budgets.
• Manage the maintenance management system (IBM Maximo), ensuring data accuracy and compliance with work control documents, safety procedures, and work instructions.
• Oversee site access registers, communicate access restrictions, and prioritise inspection and maintenance activities to maintain safety and operational efficiency.

You have

• Prior experience coordinating asset maintenance activities, working closely with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Competency in using maintenance management systems, ideally IBM Maximo.
• Knowledge of controlled safety environments and safe systems of work aligned with maintenance management practices.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, with experience in MS Project or Primavera P6 considered advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the confidence to both challenge and be challenged.

About SSE

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 investments plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

SSE Renewables delivers the green energy the world needs today and tomorrow. We lead the way in the development, build, and operation of renewable power assets, including windfarms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 energy experts powering the transition to a net zero 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

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