Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks
SCADA Field Engineer
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Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations Perth, Inverness or Aberdeen.
Salary: £57,150 - £68,295 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The role
The Technical Services Team is responsible for the project delivery, design, installation, testing and commissioning of Industrial Control Systems, Operational Communications and SCADA field systems that SSEN use to operate our primary and secondary assets across multiple locations across the Scottish Hydro Electric Power Distribution (SHEPD) licensed area.
You will
- Ensure the Distribution network operates to the highest reliability standards through technical management and maintenance of connected SCADA control systems.
- Deliver Operational Communication and SCADA systems that monitor and control SHEPD's primary and secondary assets.
- Complete all aspects of field SCADA work, including testing, installation, commissioning, maintenance and contractor liaison.
- Be safety focused, with a working knowledge of the CDM regulations, and good understanding of Operational Safety Rules and setting to work practices.
- Occasionally work away from your base location due to the diverse nature, and sometimes in remote locations.
- Participate in a paid out-of-hours Standby Rota, completing all on-call responsibilities associated with the role.
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You have
- A qualification in a relevant engineering subject (a minimum HNC level is desirable) or relevant experience is acceptable.
- Experience configuring and commissioning SCADA systems, RTUs and network communication devices would be beneficial.
- An understanding of the application of cyber security on Operational Technology systems.
- The ability to identify and rectify faults on SCADA and Telecoms equipment.
This role involves travel across various locations to support business needs. To enable you to fulfil these responsibilities, as a role requirement, the company will provide access to a vehicle for work-related travel.
The requirement will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and if the company car policy criteria are met, there will be an opportunity to join the company car scheme. Provision of a company car or cash allowance does not form part of the contractual terms and conditions of employment for this role.
A valid driving licence is essential.
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 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.
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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.
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SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact fiona.smith@sse.com / 01738 340954 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.
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