Hydro Programmes Lead Civil Engineer

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key operational sites which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Sloy, Lochay, Pitlochry., As Civils Programmes Lead Engineer, you'll be responsible for the implementation of the Hydro Civil asset maintenance strategy. Leading a team of five engineers across four catchment locations, Sloy, Awe, Tummel & Breadalbane, you'll be involved in the development, project delivery, and capital investment management of our assets.

Some of your other main accountabilities will include;

• Developing year ahead budget forecasts, team resource allocation and project programme development to ensure critical works are prioritised and aligned with the wider business strategy.



• Collaborating with the broader hydro business in preparing for outages and production plans.



• Managing the financial forecasting and reporting of multiple capital & revenue projects, ensuring that the works are delivered in a safe and sustainable manner, and to budget.



• The technical direction and oversight of projects within the team, including checking and reviewing deliverables, ensuring adherence to governance processes.



• Coaching and mentoring the members of your team, monitoring performance through frequent appraisals and ensuring the team maintains a strong safety culture and develop our safety communities with our contracting partners.
  
  A minimum of degree level qualification in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, with a strong understanding of all engineering disciplines.



• Relevant experience in an operational environment, preferably in hydro power generation or related infrastructure.



• Excellent SHE awareness, with experience of safe systems of work and knowledge of Health and Safety regulations.



• Experience of project delivery, including a solid grasp of financial elements.



• Proven ability in leading and motivating a high performing team.


Due to the widespread geographical locations across Scotland, you must have a full and current UK driving licence.

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 to 13GW and grow renewable energy output five-fold to over 50TWh over the next 10 years.

Salary: £62,324 - £71,370 depending on skills and experience + car / car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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