HVDC Commissioning Manager

HVDC Commissioning Manager – SSEN Transmission

Base

Location:

Aberdeen or Peterhead (Scottish locations)

Salary: £77,488 – £91,285 + eligible for overtime + car allowance + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

SSEN Transmission are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented HVDC Commissioning Manager, who will primarily focus on the Eastern Green Link 2 (EGL2) project (2 GW, +/- 525 kV bipole HVDC asset), to join our dynamic Transmission Operations team on a permanent basis.

• Coordinate the execution of all commissioning works for Peterhead Converter Station and EGL2 Cable System, ensuring full compliance with SSEN policies and industry standards (NESO STCP
  19‑4 and CIGRE 697).
• Provide expert guidance on HVDC construction and installation, managing commissioning programmes to identify risks, resolve schedule clashes, and approve project governance.
• Lead the development of energisation, outage, and contingency plans, liaising with internal teams and external partners (NESO, JV Partners) to maintain network security.
• Chair and represent projects at key Commissioning Panels (EGL2, HVDC Supervisory) to ensure robust coordination with wider National Grid and network activities.
• Oversee the Peterhead Site Commissioning team, managing resources, fatigue, and safety (CDM/ESQCR) including daily on‑site inspections and rigorous asset integrity checks.

• Deep experience in commissioning HVDC systems (Controls, Protection, Valves) and 400 kV Transmission infrastructure, including witnessing OEM quality documentation.
• In‑depth understanding of UK Transmission & Distribution businesses, including the statutory, health & safety, and licensing requirements of a Transmission Operator.
• Proven ability to manage high‑performing teams and maintain strong relationships with critical contract partners and diverse internal stakeholders.
• A track record of delivering complex installation and commissioning works under challenging timescales, with excellent communication and prioritisation skills.
• A valid driver’s licence and the flexibility to be site‑based at Peterhead, with further travel to UK and international partner locations as required.

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a top energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.

SSEN Transmission owns and operates the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. We’re upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, home‑grown energy for the future and building a network for net‑zero to create secure power for generations to come.

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.

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Andy on  / 01738 275370 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.

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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