Total 151 job vacancies by SSE

About the Role

Base Location: Glasgow, Perth, Inverness or Aberdeen

Salary: Competitive depending on experience + car / cash allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

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

Due to our continued growth as we deliver the Pathway to 2030 programme of works and beyond, SSEN Transmission have an opportunity for a Senior HVDC Plant Engineer to join the team, and play a critical role in helping us grow our team and deliver our NetZero ambitions.

The Senior HVDC Plant Engineer will have experience working on the Transmission Network and an extensive knowledge of HVDC covering System Design, Main Plant Apparatus, and Insulation Co-ordination design.

The key responsibilities of this role include:

- Review or approve the technical requirements of HVDC system design and primary plant and equipment and liaise with control and protection team to ensure that secondary design is well coordinated.

- Provide HVDC and AC Substation technical support on high profile projects or technically complex issues.

- Take technical ownership of engagement with Technical Authority to manage specification deviations and to capture lessons learned and future specification improvements.

- Work within a multi-discipline team, utilising Autodesk Construction Cloud BIM environment to manage and co-ordinate designs, raise and respond to contractor RFI/TQs, clash detection, 3D model development etc.

- Attendance and chairing if required HAZID, HAZOP and HAZCON supporting the design process, co-ordinating design review meetings and identifying improvements.

What do I need?

The role would suit an experienced Primary Plant Engineer from either an OEM contractor or consultancy, looking to take the next step into a client-side organisation.

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

- Ideally a degree or MSc in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, be a Chartered Engineer or working towards this or relevant experience.

- Have excellent communication skills, with the ability to demonstrate diligence and to prioritise workload.

- Demonstrable experience to technically assess and critically challenge contractor submissions.

- Familiarity with a range of technical solutions used in HVDC / AC Substations.

About our Business

At SSEN Transmission, we take immense pride in owning and operating the high-voltage electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to wherever it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're committed to upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future. By developing, building and maintaining a network for net zero, we're creating secure power for generations to come.

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 Stephanie on 01738 342963.

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.

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.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

Base Location: Glasgow or Perth

Salary: £40,600 - £61,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing, and family.

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

- Support the finance and regulatory teams with submissions to Ofgem, collating information from the business and ensuring reporting accuracy.

- Support performance benchmarking activities, drawing conclusions from data and presenting these in an accurate and meaningful way to the business.

- Drive reporting efficiencies through model creation; ownership of system mapping and alignment of costs to Ofgem reporting guidance.

- Be a point of contact for the business to interpret Ofgem guidance and make recommendations on treatment of cost reporting.

- Provide regulatory finance support for the RIIO-2 and RIIO-3 price controls for Distribution.

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

- Be proficient in MS Office Applications with an advanced knowledge of Excel and be highly numerate with strong analytical skills

- Be able to draw conclusions from financial and statistical information and make recommendations.

- Be confident and articulate with the willingness to challenge and support colleagues and the business in a constructive manner

- Be comfortable interpreting complicated frameworks and applying these in a business context.

Our SSE Finance function has a key part to play in fulfilling SSE's obligations as a UK-listed company, providing expertise and services that can be shared across the SSE Group, and working in partnership with all businesses to provide services tailored to their specific needs. SSE operates in a highly regulated and increasingly competitive environment, and our role is to ensure that we gather, compile, analyse and recommend on the financial strategy for our businesses, identifying opportunities to drive efficiencies and create value for SSE now, and in the future.

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.

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 Fran on 01738 344763.

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.

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.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK sites, which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading and Havant

Salary: £41,583 - £48,296 and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

- Carry out day-to-day activities for delivery core functions including collation of resource and planning data, and MI

- Adhere to all reporting standards and instigate improvements where identified

- Provide support to managers in tracking the progress of all Operational Technology supply chain activities.

- Manage production and consolidation of reports, using appropriate templates and meeting all relevant deadlines

- Update and improve delivery methodologies, work instructions, policies, standards and procedures

- Experience of working with third party suppliers

- Background in Portfolio Office functions, using collaborative skills in coaching others to complete required reports and managing reporting cycle on large projects; in particular for Agile delivery

- Be proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and Microsoft Visio

- Project Cost Accounting fundamentals

- A solid understanding of IT products, services & systems

SSE IT underpins the technology needs of all the different businesses that make up the SSE group. From emerging technologies to data and analytics to cyber security - we power SSE's growth and enable it to generate value, while keeping it secure. As a trusted business partner that helps SSE lead in a low carbon world, we are proud of our service. Working for SSE IT is all about equipping SSE for now and the future.

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.

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 David on 01738 275 846.

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.

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 double our net operational capacity to around 9GW by 2027 and grow our renewable energy output to over 50TWh by 2032.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

To support our growth ambitions and deliver our Net Zero Acceleration Programme, we're recruiting a Project Co-Ordinator into our Offshore Wind Capital Projects team.

You'll work hand in hand with project teams, providing co-ordination and administrative support for the team working on the Ijmuiden Ver Alpha offshore windfarm in the Netherlands, a c2GW Offshore windfarm scheduled for energisation in 2029.

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in either or Glasgow, Perth or Dublin office.

Salary: Competitive + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

Key Responsibilities:

- Organise and schedule team meetings, group travel, and events, ensuring attendance, accurate minute-taking, and smooth execution.

- Effectively manage a high-volume workload while maintaining strong service levels and team efficiency.

- Collaborate with the Project Director, Senior Project Manager and the Project Management Team to oversee the preparation of key project documentation.

- Create and manage requisitions, purchase orders, invoice receipting and administrative tasks, ensuring timely payment of contractors.

- Maintain and update SharePoint sites, communicate project updates and schedule training courses for the project and Development teams.

To be considered for this role we would love you to have a positive, can-do attitude with a keen eye for detail, the ability to be proactive, work independently and function well as part of a team. In addition:

- Strong Microsoft skills, particularly in SharePoint and Powerpoint, with the ability to create and refine presentations.

- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively, respond to last-minute demands and maintain high standards of service.

- Experience in project coordination, supporting large teams and ensuring adherence to project timelines and milestones.

- Outstanding communication and collaboration skills, with experience working alongside senior team members and coordinating across departments.

- Given the international nature of the project, with a team spread over the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands, there will likely be an element of travel involved (3-4 days per month), depending on where the successful candidate ends up based.

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.

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 Dougie on 01738 275199.

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.

Engineering Industry Year Placements 2025 - Transmission

Start Date: 12 months commencing June 2025

Base Locations: Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness

Salary: circa £23,422 per annum (pro-rata) + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing.

Working Pattern:  Fixed Term | Full Time | Flexible First options available

Degree Disciplines: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering.

What is the Role?

At SSEN Transmission, we're at the forefront of some high-profile projects which are ensuring our transmission network is structurally sound, operating safely and efficiently and providing sustainable and reliable energy to all.

We have ambitious net zero targets, and our business is growing to help us achieve our strategy. We're looking for students who can bring fresh ideas, new skills, and creative thinking, to deliver innovative solutions to help us reach net zero. This is an exciting time to join SSE, you have the power to make a change and help us build a better, more sustainable world of energy for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Our Transmission Industry Year Placements provide real hands-on experience through a 12-month placement in either our HVDC Engineering team or our Project Engineering Team.

Throughout your placement, you will have the support of a business mentor and buddy who will provide guidance and support to enable you to reach your full potential.

About our Teams

HVDC (High-voltage direct current): With new renewable energy projects in the North of Scotland needing to be connected to the National Grid and the electricity transported large distances from areas of Generation to areas of Demand, HVDC (High-voltage direct current) is the most efficient way to do this. SSEN Transmission are working on a significant number of new HVDC schemes deployed in Great Britain over the coming years. Our HVDC Engineering team is central to these projects and we are at the cutting edge of new HVDC Voltage Source Converter (VSC) technology, having recently commissioned the Shetland HVDC Link, which completed the Caithness-Moray-Shetland HVDC project, the first Multi-terminal HVDC VSC scheme in the world outside of China. With significant projects to work on in the North of Scotland, including work on our Eastern Green Link projects (planned HVDC links from the East coast of Scotland to Northeast England) as well as a number of embedded links within SSEN Transmissions own Network in the North of Scotland, we are aiming to connect up to 10GW of renewable energy in the North of Scotland to the National Grid. This team are based in Inverness, Glasgow or Perth.

Project Engineering: is a core technical department within SSEN Transmission, at the centre of the transition to Net Zero. You will be trained to work on multimillion pound infrastructure projects covering innovations that will allow us to meet technological challenges. This team are based in Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness.

What do I need to join?

To be considered for the role, you will be studying a degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering (or a mix of these disciplines).

Our opportunities are open to students who are in their 2nd year of their degree onwards and will graduate between 2026 and 2028.

We'd love you to have some practical work or project experience that reflects your passion for the energy sector, as well as demonstrable experience of working in a team. You'll also be comfortable working to and setting stretching individual targets and using your own initiative to overcome challenges and should have a genuine interest in SSE and the prospect of a long-term future with us.

Whats in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, discounted healthcare 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 actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact us here by email or you are very welcome to request a call if you would prefer to discuss on the phone.

Before commencing employment with SSE, youll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

Consents & Environment Graduate Programme - Transmission 2025 Intake

Start Date: 2 year programme, commencing September 2025

Base Locations: Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness

Salary: circa £33,500 per annum + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Degree Disciplines: Geography, Town Planning, Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Management, Sustainability, Environmental Engineering, Biodiversity Net Gain, Environmental Restoration, Natural Sciences, Biology, Law, Zoology, or PR & Communications.

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

What is the Role?

As a Consents and Environment graduate joining SSEN Transmission, you will follow a specialist pathway. Specialists will work with experts in their specialism, gaining exposure within a business area for the duration of their graduate programme with the aim of providing relevant experience that will lead to a substantive post.

SSEN Transmission are currently seeking a Graduate that is highly motivated and has a genuine passion to help deliver some of the most iconic upcoming National infrastructure projects in Scotland. In doing so, they will positively support Scotlands ambitions to meet Net Zero through connecting renewable energy and transporting it to the core centres of demand.

You will support our team of 'Delivery Consents and Environmental Managers in the coordination and monitoring of contractor and internal environmental and consenting compliance, and in meeting all statutory and internal obligations along with our sector leading environmental and sustainability ambitions.  

Opportunities also exist to work on bespoke consents and environmental initiatives to add value to the way we provide support to our wider project teams and our contractor base. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic, fast paced and industry leading company.

What do I need to join?

Youll have a minimum of a 2:2 bachelor's degree in Geography, Town Planning, Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Management, Sustainability, Environmental Engineering, Biodiversity Net Gain, Environmental Restoration, Natural Sciences, Biology, Law, Zoology or PR and Communications.

We'd love you to have some practical work experience that reflects your passion for the energy sector, as well as demonstrable experience of working in a team. You'll also be comfortable working to and setting stretching individual targets and using your own initiative to overcome challenges and should have a genuine interest in SSEN Transmission and the prospect of a long-term future with us.

You can find out more about what to expect during the recruitment process here.

About our Business

SSEN Transmission owns and operates the electricity transmission network in the north of Scotland, transporting energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, providing a safe and reliable supply of electricity to the communities it serves. Home to some of the UK's greatest resources of renewable energy, SSEN Transmission is playing a critical role in the transition to a low carbon future, developing, building, maintaining and operating a network for net zero.

Whats in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday 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 actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact us here. If you would prefer a call to discuss adjustments let us know by email and we are arrange a call with you at a time that suits you.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

SSE welcomes applications from all nationalities. Please note that any successful candidate must be able to evidence a valid right to work prior to commencement of employment. If sponsorship is required, we may be able to provide support. Sponsoring international candidates is a complex process involving numerous procedures which must be followed precisely in order to comply with immigration legislation. We look at requests on a case by case basis. Please note the overall decision on visa applications sit with UKVI and not SSE.

Please note that any successful candidate must be able to evidence a valid right to work prior to commencement of employment.

Start Date: 12 weeks commencing June 2025

Base Locations: Glasgow or Perth

Salary: circa £23,422 per annum (pro-rata) + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing.

Working Pattern:  Fixed Term | Full Time | Flexible First options available

Degree Disciplines: Law

What is the role?

SSEN Transmissions Legal Team plays a crucial role in delivering key projects and supporting various business areas including commercial and construction, property and planning, and providing regulatory support. We work closely with our colleagues to support the successful delivery of our Network for Net Zero, and the growth required to our network to support a net zero future, reinforcing the SSE Groups fully funded Net Zero Accelerated Programme.

We are seeking a summer placement student with a passion for the energy industry to join us for a 12-week placement. The paid placement will give you exposure to diverse areas of law in an exciting, fast-paced business.

This opportunity will involve experience within the varied team specialisms including property, commercial and construction and dispute resolution. A typical day in the legal team may include experience of document drafting, negotiation, client meetings and providing advice and support to colleagues across SSEN Transmission, helping them to understand, minimise and mitigate legal risks.

Our summer placement students work collaboratively in a variety of contexts, while also taking ownership of their role by working under their own direction to drive action forward. There will be networking and presentation opportunities, specialist sessions and support from our graduates.

What do I need?

Our opportunities are open to students who are:

- In their 3rd or 4th year of the LLB undergraduate law degree

- In their 1st or 2nd year of the accelerated LLB

- Candidates who have completed the LLB degree and are undertaking, or have completed, the Diploma in Legal Practice (or equivalent).

We'd love you to have some practical work or project experience that reflects your passion for the energy sector, as well as demonstrable experience of working in a team. You'll also be comfortable working to and setting stretching individual targets and using your own initiative to overcome challenges and should have a genuine interest in SSE and the prospect of a long-term future with us.

About our Business

SSEN Transmission owns and operates the electricity transmission network in the north of Scotland, transporting energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, providing a safe and reliable supply of electricity to the communities it serves. Home to some of the UK's greatest resources of renewable energy, SSEN Transmission is playing a critical role in the transition to a low carbon future, developing, building, maintaining, and operating a network for net zero.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday 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 actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact us here by email or you are very welcome to request a call if you would prefer to discuss on the phone.

Before commencing employment with SSE, youll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

Thermal Land & Consents 2025 Graduate Programme

Start Date: September 2025

Salary: £33,500

Locations: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Perth, Leeds

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

What is the Role?

Upon joining SSE as a Thermal Land & Consents Graduate, you'll be leading the way in contributing to an improved energy landscape for future generations.

You will benefit from exposure and real- life experience, alongside first-class guidance to develop your technical skills and our Graduate Programme will provide the supportive, yet challenging, environment to allow you to excel to reach your full potential. In doing so, this will provide the foundation for you to become our next technical, experienced, and driven future leaders - vital on our journey towards net zero.

As a Land & Consents graduate joining SSE, you will follow a specialist pathway. Graduates will work with experts in their specialism, gaining exposure within a business area for the duration of their graduate programme, with the aim of providing experience that will lead to a substantive post within the land and consents team.

We at SSE Thermal are currently working on a number of high- profile projects to support our vision of becoming the leading provider of flexible thermal energy in a net zero world. We create value for shareholders and society by developing, operating and owning low-carbon energy infrastructure in a sustainable way.

You will be supported in your role with a placement plan, regular meetings with your line manager and networking with key business leaders through quarterly placement reviews. Your placements may include but are not limited to the following teams; Flexible Generation, Hydrogen, Construction, Operations, gaining experience and knowledge to develop into a role within the land and consents team.

About our Business

SSE Thermal is on a mission to deliver the flexible energy needed today while powering the transition to net zero. Our 600+ employees play a crucial role in keeping the lights on across the UK and Ireland and we're rising to the low-carbon challenge with our teams at the cutting-edge of vital technologies. We're developing ground-breaking carbon capture and storage projects and progressing plans for what could be the world's first hydrogen-fired power station, as well as a major hydrogen storage facility and exploring other exciting options as we decarbonise. We've already achieved a lot - but we're just getting started. As part of SSE, which is investing £24bn this decade, we're at the forefront of the energy transition - so come join us as we continue to grow and power change.

You can learn more about the Thermal Engineering Graduate programme here.

What do I need to join?

You'll be on track to have a 2:2 honours degree in one of the following degree disciplines; Geography, Sustainability, Environmental Science, Surveying, Planning.

We'd love you to have some practical work experience that reflects your passion for the energy sector, as well as demonstrable experience of working in a team. You'll also be comfortable working to and setting stretching individual targets and using your own initiative to overcome challenges and should have a genuine interest in SSE Thermal and the prospect of a long term future with us.

You can find out more about what to expect during the recruitment process here.

At SSE we're proud to celebrate difference. We all have different skills, experience and backgrounds and we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture where you can be yourself. Safety is at the heart of everything we do at SSE, and you should show alignment with our core values and have a genuine passion and interest in the energy sector.

Whats in it for you?

You'll receive an excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, click here to view our full benefits package.

We've listened to our previous graduates, and understand the importance of maintaining a work-life balance. When you join us, you can benefit from our Flexible First approach, and this will be unique to your own circumstances. This might mean a hybrid work pattern, or flexibility across the working week, but between you and your manager, you will work together to find the most suitable approach.

This will be a structured and challenging development programme where post-holders will have the support of the Learning and Development Graduate Programme Manager, a business manager and professional engineering mentor to assist them in reaching their full potential. The programme will support their career development into a permanent role with SSE that reflects their experience and passion.

You will also have the choice to be involved in our Education and Employability outreach events, as well as a range of volunteering opportunities to help inspire the next generation of engineers. In addition to this, some of our existing graduates are involved in the recruitment process which we find incredibly rewarding!

Next Steps

We kindly ask that all applications should be submitted online. The closing date for applications is Sunday, 3rd November.

As an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact us here. If you would prefer a call to discuss adjustments let us know by email and we can arrange a call for a time that suits you. You can visit 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE to find out more about our commitments to being an inclusive employer.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

SSE welcomes applications from all nationalities. Please note that any successful candidate must be able to evidence a valid right to work prior to commencement of employment. If sponsorship is required, we may be able to provide support. Sponsorship is a complex process involving numerous procedures which must be followed precisely in order to comply with immigration legislation. We look at requests on a case by case basis. Please note the overall decision on visa applications sit with UKVI and not SSE.

Quantity Surveying Graduate Programme - Thermal 2025 Intake

Duration: 2 years commencing September 2025

Location: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Perth or Leeds

Salary: Circa £33,500 per annum + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing.

Degree Disciplines: Quantity Surveying

About the role:

As a quantity surveying graduate joining SSE, you will follow a specialist pathway. Graduates will work with experts in their specialism, gaining exposure within a business area for the duration of their graduate programme, with the aim of providing experience that will lead to a substantive post.

Working as part of our multi-disciplined Procurement and Commercial team, we have the opportunity for a recent or upcoming graduate to join our graduate programme and gain the knowledge and experience needed to work towards a Contract Manager role.

We at SSE Thermal are currently working on a number of high profile projects to support our vision of becoming the leading provider of flexible thermal energy in a net zero world. We create value for shareholders and society by developing, operating and owning low-carbon energy infrastructure in a sustainable way.

Our Procurement and Commercial team is responsible for helping the business to procure services and materials in a timely and cost-effective way. We work right across the SSE Group, ensuring our businesses gets the best possible service and value from our supplier network, as well as ensuring all service providers are compliant and continue to meet contractual obligations and business needs. You will have learning opportunities across various types of projects to develop your procurement and commercial management skills.

You will be supported in your role with a placement plan, regular meetings with your line manager and networking with key business leaders through quarterly placement reviews. Your placements may include but are not limited to the following teams; Flexible Generation, Hydrogen, Construction, Operations, gaining experience and knowledge to develop into a Contract Manager role.

What do I need?

Youll have a minimum of a 2:2 in a Quantity Surveying degree.

We'd love you to have some practical work experience that reflects your passion for the energy sector, as well as demonstrable experience of working in a team. You'll also be comfortable working to and setting stretching individual targets and using your own initiative to overcome challenges and should have a genuine interest in SSE Thermal and the prospect of a long term future with us.

You can find out more about what to expect during the recruitment process here.

About our Business

SSE Thermal is on a mission to deliver the flexible energy needed today while powering the transition to net zero. Our 600+ employees play a crucial role in keeping the lights on across the UK and Ireland and we're rising to the low-carbon challenge with our teams at the cutting-edge of vital technologies. We're developing ground-breaking carbon capture and storage projects and progressing plans for what could be the world's first hydrogen-fired power station, as well as a major hydrogen storage facility and exploring other exciting options as we decarbonise. We've already achieved a lot - but we're just getting started. As part of SSE, which is investing £24bn this decade, we're at the forefront of the energy transition - so come join us as we continue to grow and power change.

Whats in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, discounted healthcare 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 actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online. Closing date for applications is Sunday, 3rd November, 2024.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact us here. If you would prefer a call to discuss adjustments let us know by email and we are arrange a call with you at a time that suits you.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

SSE welcomes applications from all nationalities. Please note that any successful candidate must be able to evidence a valid right to work prior to commencement of employment. If sponsorship is required, we may be able to provide support. Sponsoring international candidates is a complex process involving numerous procedures which must be followed precisely in order to comply with immigration legislation. We look at requests on a case by case basis. Please note the overall decision on visa applications sit with UKVI and not SSE.

Base Location: Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness or Glasgow preferred. We will, however need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around Scotland.

Salary: £33,063 - £38,404 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

The Mapping and Data Technician is a distinct role existing within the Investment Planning North Team and your work will directly impact the effectiveness of our circuit planning and execution.

In this role you will:

• Carry out geospatial mapping on approximately 150 circuits per year.
• Produce all work packages for the Whole Circuit Approach and collate the different work types on each circuit.
• Provide delivery team with support on circuit work packages.
• Work closely with Investment Engineers to carry out data gathering and data cleansing activities to ensure data accuracy.

What do I need?

To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills:

• Strong data analysis skills (including PowerBI and Excel) to interpret and manipulate datasets and maintain data integrity and accuracy.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, forming judgements based on logical conclusions that have been drawn from available facts.
• Able to visualise and articulate proposed solutions to business problems.
• Excellent time management skills; able to effectively plan own and others' time.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration and reporting.

SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net-zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change, we're looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net-zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

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.

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 Stacey on 01738 342529.

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.

Base Location: Perth or Glasgow

Salary: £63,000 - £94,400 + annual bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

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

What is the Role?

The System Performance group at SSEN Transmission has an opportunity for a System Integration Manager (Power System Analysis) to lead a team providing detailed study support for major projects connecting to the transmission system in the north of Scotland. This role will involve the management of power system analysis specialists and the coordination of their activities with project teams and other parts of the business. The team will carry out the full range of studies required to ensure that complex projects such as HVDC, FACTS and new major AC reinforcements can be successfully integrated within our system.

The key duties & responsibilities will include:

- Plan and oversee the delivery of complex power system studies covering areas such as power quality, system stability and electromagnetic transients.

- Show technical leadership within the team and oversee the implementation of the quality assurance process for study work.

- Liaise with project teams, operational colleagues and equipment suppliers.

- Provide line management for the System Integration team members.

- Represent SSEN Transmission in external meetings and on industry workgroups.

What do I need?

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

- Experience in power system analysis, design and planning, ideally within the electricity transmission area, with working knowledge of the relevant industry and technical standards.

- A good understanding of power system modelling and analysis with experience in at least three of the following areas: load flow and short circuit calculations, dynamic (RMS) simulation, power quality and system monitoring, EMT simulation for transients, EMT simulation for control interaction studies and automation scripting.

- Experience of managing complex technical study work and line management.

- Excellent knowledge of the electricity industry, including interfaces with the regulator, the Electricity System Operator, other Transmission Owners and Distribution Network Operators.

- A degree in electrical engineering or related numerical discipline and ideally be a Chartered Engineer with a relevant institution and the ability to write clear and well-structured technical reports and specifications and provide focused information for senior management.

About our Business

At SSEN Transmission, we take immense pride in owning and operating the high-voltage electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to wherever it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're committed to upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future. By developing, building and maintaining a network for net zero, we're creating secure power for generations to come.

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 Stephanie at or 01738 342963.

EXTERNAL: 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.

INTERNAL: As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.

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About the Role

Base Location: Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness

Salary: £40,600 - £61,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

The Scotland England Green Link project portfolio will play a critical role in the achievement of the UK's net zero targets, connecting the low carbon electricity resources in the north of Scotland to demand centres in the south.

SSEN Transmission is looking for a Governance & Assurance Manager to support these critical infrastructure projects and play a key part in achieving Net Zero targets. This is a new position giving someone with subject matter expertise in Governance, Reporting, Assurance and Project Coordination interfaces the chance to really own and shape this position.

The responsibilities of the Governance & Assurance Manager include:

- To set up, embed and maintain the portfolio governance for the EGL projects; ensuring appropriate governance forums, change and decision control processes are established in line as closely as possible with the SSE Large Capital Project (LCP/LCP+) governance framework; and continuous review of Joint Venture Shareholder and Managed Service Agreements to ensure obligations are met.

- Define and agree appropriate reporting and KPIs for the EGL portfolio, supporting coordination activities required for gate readiness checks, as well as the LCP+ assurance process (e.g. Project Assurance Reviews - PARS).

- Develop and own Project Assurance Reviews and Parent Company Audits, presenting clear and concise outputs to the relevant stakeholder with practical mitigating actions and closure of review findings.

- Lead and mentor the Project Services governance and assurance, and reporting teams - providing guidance, support, and undertaking performance management activities.

- Act as the Champion and SME for Governance and Assurance capability, ensuring alignment to Parent Company processes and policies, working with the other Offshore Project Services leads, Legal, Finance and Regulatory teams.

What do I need?

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

- An understanding of industry wide best practice Governance requirements gained from experience across a capital development and delivery programme, ideally within the Energy industry.

- Demonstrable ability to lead, motivate and develop your team to ensure they deliver and perform to their full potential.

- Experience in supporting major infrastructure projects across the entire project lifecycle, including design, consenting, procurement, commercial, contracting through to construction and commissioning.

- Good stakeholder and relationship management, ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels (internal and external), gaining the collaboration and support from stakeholders in a matrix environment.

- An understanding of challenges and opportunities facing the energy sector coupled with a drive to deliver continuous improvement.

About our Business

At SSEN Transmission, we take immense pride in owning and operating the high-voltage electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to wherever it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're committed to upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future. By developing, building and maintaining a network for net zero, we're creating secure power for generations to come.

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 Stephanie on 01738 342963.

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.

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible Scotland | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around Scotland.

Salary: £33,500 - £50,300 + 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

SSEN Transmission has an opportunity for an Assistant Project Manager. Reporting to the HVDC Project Manager, the role is required on the Eastern Green Link 2 (EGL2) project, the UK transmission businesses largest ever infrastructure project. The EGL 2 project comprises the construction of a HVDC converter station in Peterhead, NW Scotland, the construction of a HVDC converter station in Drax, North Yorkshire and an on land and subsea HVDC cable connecting the convert stations with a planned completion date of Dec 2029. This role will be involved in the management of the Peterhead Converter station construction scope.

The Key Duties and Responsibilities Will Be:

- Developing, managing and reporting on significant project budgets.

- Managing multi-disciplinary teams to deliver multiple project outputs to inform key processes such as Design Works, Construction and multi project interface management.

- Knowledge of NEC3 and FIDIC Suite of Contracts, with a focus on the Engineering and Construction and Professional Services Contracts.

- Applying Industry legislation, Health and Safety Legislation and Company policies and procedures, as well as actively managing project risks allocated through the risk management system and dynamic risk management.

What do I need?

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

- Some experience in project lifecycle including design phases, with an ability to develop the optimum project solution, deliver to timescales and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

- Knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and other key relevant Health, Safety and Environmental legislation.

- An understanding of the electrical network within the Transmission business.

- Ideally a background in electrical engineering although not essential.

- Strong communication skills both written and verbally along with capability to represent EGL 2 with outside organisations.

About our Business

At SSEN Transmission, we take immense pride in owning and operating the high-voltage electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to wherever it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're committed to upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future. By developing, building and maintaining a network for net zero, we're creating secure power for generations to come.

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 Stephanie at or on 01738 342963.

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.

About the Role

Base Location: Eurocentral Glasgow or Perth

Salary: £46,626 - £54,154 + car / cash allowance and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

As a Project Manager you will support with the successful delivery of SSE's Out of Area Projects.

You will manage the external contractors and associated requirements for work on any connection to the Network. These connections include all voltages and the unmetered contractual connections.

We are looking for someone who is proactive and energetic, seeking to get things done, dealing with a variety of tasks.

Roles & responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Incorporate a positive safety culture in everything you do, making sure all Contractors and Direct Labour are set to work safely.

- Ensure all relevant safety reports are completed and collated on time and that the correct operational safety procedures are being adhered to by everyone.

- Make sure that all jobs are delivered to a high standard in line with SSEN specifications, on budget and within time frame.

- Understand and administer the accepted jobs, track expenditure, raise invoice requests and prompt payment of invoices to contracted parties.

- Project engagement with all levels of both internal and external stakeholders. Working collaboratively with the internal departments to see through projects from the initial enquiry stages to job completion.

What do I need?

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

- Experience of electrical project delivery.

- An HNC in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or relevant experience in a similar role.

- Operational knowledge of the distribution network up to and including 11kv.

- Health & safety experience and qualifications (e.g.SMSTS).

- An excellent communicator with great stakeholder management skills and an ability to work at all levels of the organisation.

Travel is required and as a result we can only accept applications from candidates that hold a current full UK driving licence.

About our Business

SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net-zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change, we're looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net-zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

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 / 01738 340954.

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.

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.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

Base Location: Glasgow or Perth

Salary: £47,600 - £71,600 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

As Technical Accountant, your main role will be to support the Groups application of relevant financial standards, through the assessment of ad-hoc accounting issues arising and through the maintenance of specific policies within the Groups Financial Policies Manual (GFPM).

To do this effectively, you will need an understanding of SSEs markets and operations, IFRS and other relevant GAAPs. Your role will require the provision of technical accounting support to business units, often through ad hoc issues being presented for analysis and interpretation.

The role will, from time to time, require direct or indirect involvement in business development projects including acquisitions, disposals and joint venture structuring.

Another primary aspect of the role will be involvement in the Groups adoption and roll-out of new accounting standards, interpretations and amendments. The role reports to the Group Technical Reporting Manager and involves working closely with the Director of Group Reporting and other senior Finance contacts.

What do I need?

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

- Fully qualified Chartered Accountant with 5+ years Post Qualified Experience in a Financial Reporting or External Audit role, ideally with plc or relevant industry experience

- Fully up to date knowledge of accounting standards and corporate governance requirements and awareness of emerging issues

- Ability to consider commercial and operational implications of technical accounting opinions

Our SSE Finance function has a key part to play in fulfilling SSE's obligations as a UK-listed company, providing expertise and services that can be shared across the SSE Group, and working in partnership with all businesses to provide services tailored to their specific needs. SSE operates in a highly regulated and increasingly competitive environment, and our role is to ensure that we gather, compile, analyse and recommend on the financial strategy for our businesses, identifying opportunities to drive efficiencies and create value for SSE now, and in the future.

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.

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 Fran on 01738 344763.

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.