Civil Operative

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that’s more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. We are proud to be playing a critical role in the net zero transition, as we aim to more than treble the net capacity in operation over the next 10 years.

SSE Renewables operate the largest fleet of hydro-electric power assets across eight hydro schemes in Scotland. Our portfolio totals 1,459MW of installed capacity, which includes pumped storage and flexible hydro. Our assets consist of some of the most iconic power station sites constructed, which brought hydro-electric power to the Scottish Glens 80 years ago.

Find out more on how we are putting Hydro at the heart of our Net Zero future here; www.sserenewables.com/hydro

Base Location: Sloy Power Station, Argyle & Bute

Salary: £14.55ph – £16.90ph (45 hour working week) Salary depending on skills and experience + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time

Our Renewables Operations business has an opportunity for a Civil Operative within the Hydro Civil Operations & Maintenance Civil Squad South.

Some of the key duties and responsibilities of this role are:

– Maintaining the Civil Hydro Assets within our Sloy, Awe, Tummel and Breadalbane catchments.

– Being part of a squad of 5 responsible for carrying out a wide range of Civil construction duties and activities within our Hydro catchment, ranging from replacing or repairing concrete structures and pipelines to the maintenance of buildings, roads, bridges and other assets.

– Working on the Hydro Assets involves working the majority of the time outside throughout the year, the role involves a level of physical work from hillwalking, ditching, clearing and general manual handling.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

– Experience in civil construction activities. Mainly general labouring duties supporting the squad undertaking concrete repairs, RC concreting works and general maintenance. We will consider applicants that have transferable skills from other industries.

– Plant operation experience would be advantageous. Training opportunities if you do not have the relevant experience will be available to allow you to gain experience with relevant plant for your role.

– Safety is one of our key priorities so you should have the ability to risk assess activities throughout your working day and to work within our Health and Safety guidelines.

– The work involves regular travel and where necessary, working away from home may be required. As you will be travelling to different sites it is essential you already hold a full, current driving licence.

What’s in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for ‘Inclusion & Diversity at SSE‘ to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I’ll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Andy on 01738 275847.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you’ll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.