Enhanced craftsperson / Shift fitter

Base Location: Foyers Power Station

Salary: £38,966 – £45,905 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full-Time | Shift Work

The role

As an enhanced craftsperson within SSE Hydro Generation, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day safe operation, plant condition monitoring, supervision and maintenance of all site Hydro plant, ensuring the asset remains safe and available for commercial service.

Some of your main accountabilities will include.

-Maintaining Foyers site plant, providing 24/7 support to the Hydro Operations Centre by responding to emergent works which if left unattended could impact on availability.

-Completing scheduled safety inspections routine checks at Foyers power station, maintaining the premises and all generation plant and apparatus,

-Supporting the Team Leader and wider site team by assisting with the planning, supervision and delivery of site work, Coordinating and completing specified packages of work.

-Monitoring and accessing information using our SCADA control systems, monitoring plant, taking action and responding appropriately.

To be considered for this role, you should have;

-Strong experience maintaining rotating plant, gained in a craft role within conventional Hydro, or from a mechanical, electrical or multi-disciplinary craft background with ability to read and interpret schematics and circuit diagrams.

-The ability to work on your own initiative and have familiarity with a safe system of work. To successfully manage the duties of the position under the companys safety rules (HSSR).

-A full and current UK driving license.

-The ability to operate mobile and or fixed plant.

-Experience working on or operating HV apparatus.

-Hold or be willing to work towards achieving a Restricted SAP authorisation.

As the business is a 24 hour a day operation, you should be comfortable working outside core hours on a formal 12 hr shift rota, ensuring safe and efficient operation of the business.

Were very open to those who have transferable skills and experience gained working in industry and process environments.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We’re building the world’s largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

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

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact 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.

Ready to apply?

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.