About the Role Base Location: Perth or Reading would be preferred however other locations across SSEN sites would be considered
Salary: £35,142 - £40,246 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
SSEN Distribution has an exciting new role which has arisen due to growth within the business.
The purpose of this role is to oversee and manage the project Change Control activities across the Large Capital Delivery (LCD) Portfolio, advocate for the Change Control process and maintain a single view of all Change across schedule, cost and risk along the project delivery lifecycle. This includes integrating into broader governance forums as part of the Asset Lifecycle Process.
As a member of the Project Services team, the job holder shares collective responsibility for maintaining and enhancing the performance of SSEN's Distribution business through the effective management of all Change across LCD.
The successful applicant will be experienced with project Change governance. You will have excellent communication skills and enjoy building relationships with internal stakeholders.
- Implement and manage Change Control governance.
- Assure and validate Change requests.
- Co-ordinate and chair the Change Assurance Panel.
- Build relationships with internal stakeholders to advocate for compliance with governance processes.
- Maintain accurate Change Control register.
What do I need? To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:
- Demonstrable experience with project Change Control, with the ability to support and advise on the application of effective project Change.
- An understanding of large capital project governance with good working knowledge of project control processes.
- Ability to influence stakeholders at varying management levels.
- Looks for and encourages better, faster, more efficient ways of doing things, striving to achieve the best possible outcome in all situations.
- Strong team player, able to work across disciplines and with colleagues ensuring collective accountability and individual responsibility for task ownership is clear and objectives are delivered.
About our Business SSEN Distribution powers 3.8 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 3,500 people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital to achieving net-zero. By enabling a smarter, more resilient electricity network we're ensuring our local communities continue to receive the power they need, both now and in the future. We are consistently investing and innovating to improve network resilience and future-proof power supplies for life's changing demands, from rolling out large scale EV charging schemes to supporting small community generation projects.
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 Louise on 01738 351698.
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.
