Electrical​/Mechanical Fitter

Location: Dundee, Inveraray, Oban, Lochgilphead

Salary: £34,749 - £40,939 + benefits

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time

We are looking for an experienced Electrical/Mechanical Fitter to help to deliver SSEN's maintenance and inspection programme on the transmission network.

• Maintain power systems including switch gear, transformers, busbars, and other associated equipment in a field-based capacity on plant up to 400kV.
• Maintain, inspect, defect repairs and assist with construction works and ensuring excellent value for money.
• Prioritise safety as your number one priority, ensuring that all operational works are carried out to the highest standards.
• Participate in standby duties for fault work when authorisations have been gained, ensuring all regulations are adhered to.
• Hold a pivotal role in ensuring that our network complies with current and future regulatory rules.

• Demonstrable experience of working on the electrical network, ideally dealing with Low Voltage (LV) and High Voltage (HV) plant maintenance.
• A high regard for safety, embedding yourself in our safety culture and adhering to guidelines in everything you do is a leading priority. Outstanding customer relationship skills and a commitment to providing a high-level service too.
• Enthusiasm and drive with an ability to adapt to changing business and project priorities.
• Suitable candidates for this role will preferably have experience with HV projects, combined with a City and Guilds Part 232, SVQ 3 level Electrical apprenticeship or SVQ level 3 Mechanical apprenticeship.
• Versatility in travelling to various locations with occasional overnight stays. We require you to hold a full driver's licence as travel is essential for this role.

Flexible benefits include discounts on private healthcare, gym memberships, free online GP, 24/7 counselling service, interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, Cycle to Work scheme, and generous family entitlements such as maternity, adoption pay, and paternity leave.

SSE is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. We make reasonable adjustments to support applicants with disabilities.