Iberdrola
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Workforce Development Lead Location: Dealain House, Cumbernauld Salary: £55,000 per annum plus excellent benefits Working Pattern: Full-time, Office Based Closing Date: 5 July 2026
About SP Energy Networks (SPEN)
Help us create a better future, quicker.
SP Energy Networks (SPEN) are committed to achieving network targets set by the Scottish and UK Government as part of our journey to Net Zero. Our focus is on leveraging technology and innovation to shape the networks of tomorrow.
SPEN is building a dynamic workforce to meet evolving electricity demands—including renewable energy—safely, securely, and sustainably in the communities we serve.
The Role: Workforce Development Lead
This role has been developed to manage several key talent pipelines within SP Energy Networks (SPEN). The primary goal is to:
- Safeguard trainees through their training programmes.
- Lead development of new training programmes in collaboration with programme leaders and HR teams, aligning with Net Zero objectives.
- Conduct 12-weekly reviews to monitor trainee development, ensuring compliance with UK Government funding requirements.
Ideal candidates should possess:
- Extensive experience in people management, preferable with teams of large scale.
- A strong passion for developing others in a fast-paced environment.
- A high degree of flexibility, proactive mindset, and sound decision-making skills.
Responsibilities
As the Workforce Development Lead, your key responsibilities include:
- Safeguarding: Protecting trainees throughout their training programmes.
- Coaching & Mentoring: Leading, mentoring, and managing circa 50 trainees across diverse disciplines and programmes.
- Health & Safety Compliance: Ensuring trainees adhere to company Health & Safety standards.
- Relationship Management: Cultivating strong ties with trainees and business managers.
- Programme Development: Proactively overseeing current trainings and ensuring alignment with business needs.
- Performance Monitoring: Tracking trainee progress and implementing additional support as required.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborating with key contacts in Health & Safety, HR, business managers, and external educational providers.
- Record-Keeping: Documenting trainee development conversations accurately and thoroughly.
- Provider Evaluation: Assessing training providers to guarantee effective education delivery.
- Regular Reviews: Conducting monthly reviews, ensuring meaningful one-to-one conversations with trainees.
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Requirements
Essential
- Proven experience managing large teams (preferable in the energy sector).
- Comprehensive knowledge of company policies, including code of conduct, disciplinary procedures, and HR policies.
- Working familiarity with safeguarding principles (experience highly beneficial).
- Solid understanding of company Health & Safety rules and broader legislation.
- Strong communication skills (ability to connect with various stakeholders at financial, technical, and business levels).
- Track record of driving continuous improvement and person-centred development.
Additional Strengths
- Technical expertise in workforce development or related fields.
- Innovative problem-solving and adaptability in dynamic environments.
- Experience liaising with sponsors, funding bodies, or external programme coordinators.
Benefits Package
Aside from a competitive salary reviewed annually, we offer:
Financial Wellbeing
- Generous pension matching: the company doubles your contribution up to 10%.
- Share incentive plans, and the Sharesave Scheme.
- Payroll giving with campaign matched funding.
- Financial wellbeing support via SmartSave.
- Technology vouchers for upgrades/purchases.
Health & Lifestyle
- 36 days annual leave, with options to purchase additional leave for flexible work-life balance.
- High-quality private medical insurance, dental insurance, wellness cash plans, and annual health assessments.
- 4x salary life assurance.
Sustainability & Travel
- Count us in—pledges to reduce carbon emissions and participate in climate action.
- Electric Vehicle (EV) Schemes to support green/drop-in vehicles.
- Cycle-to-work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Travel discounts and more.
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Workplace Support
- Employee assistance, including discounts/perks for shopping, dining, gyms, and travel insurance.
Why SP Energy Networks?
At Iberdrola (world’s leading integrated utility and winds energy pioneer), SPEN provides 4000+ km of electricity network infrastructure, powering homes and businesses across Scotland, Wales, and North West England.
By ensuring reliability and security, our operations directly contribute to helping Scotland achieve its Net Zero by 2045 target. Our £5.5+ billion investment into renewable energy development positions SPEN at the forefront of this transformative journey.
Diverse career pathways, career growth opportunities, and a global organisation make SP Energy a stellar choice. Our commitment to inclusivity and social purpose reflects in everything we do—bringing customers, communities, and internal talent together.
How We Support You
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, neurodivergent profiles, or pregnant applicants. If you require adjustments during our recruiting process, please reach out to careers@scottishpower.com.
Note on Mobility: Applicants who are not UK/EU citizens must comply with local immigration regulations. The company supports any applicant in adhering to these requirements.
Application Deadline Closes: 23:59 GMT – 6 July 2026
About Iberdrola Group
We power nearly 100 million people globally through renewables, electric networks, and commercial operations in Spain, UK, Portugal, France, Germany, Netherlands, Brazil, US, and Australia, while targeting new markets like Japan and Poland. By championing the energy transition and contributing to lower-emission economies, we’re shaping a sustainable future for all.
Be part of the future of energy. Join us now!
Further details available at [Iberdrola Career Site](link omitted per guidelines).
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