SSE plc
Tradesperson
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Base Location: Oxford, Cirencester, Swindon
Salary: £36,139 - £43,188 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Onsite
We are looking for an experienced Trades person to join our team.
As a trades person you will undertake running repairs to electrical substation buildings and enclosures.
This will typically include the following activity types; painting, fencing, carpentry, brick laying, small roofing, small wiring, windows / glazing and any other adhoc activities that will assist in the installation, repair, and upkeep of operational buildings within SSEN.
You Will
- Plan and perform tasks such as painting, fencing, carpentry, bricklaying, small roofing/wiring, glazing, and other building upkeep activities under ESQCR regulations.
- Carry out risk assessments and follow Lone Working Procedures; stop work if health and safety rules are breached and escalate immediate risks promptly.
- Apply correct Health and Safety risk assessments to mitigate hazards effectively.
- Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations when working with external contractors and report issues to the civils compliance coordinator or team manager.
- Represent SSE professionally, respond to enquiries, and monitor satisfaction to deliver world-class service.
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You Have
- Proven Background in a construction trade
- Ability to work alone
- A good level of Health and Safety awareness
- Excellent communication skill and the ability of speak with people at all levels
- IT skills to enable the recording and updating of all required data.
A full UK driving licence and flexible approach to working hours and work location is a must. Company vehicle will be provided for work duties.
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.
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 kim.annink@sse.com / 01738 344051 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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Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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