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.

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

About the Role

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

Salary: £53,100 - 79,700 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

The Lead Asset Integrity Engineer will provide leadership in the implementation of best practice asset management to the SSE Renewables’ operational offshore wind portfolio teams; ensuring that structural assets are monitored and managed effectively.

- Lead on portfolio-wide management of monitoring, inspection and asset intervention, including management responsibility for scope definition, risk management, budget preparation.

- Manage relevant third-party contractors, steering works in accordance with site objectives. Develop strategic supply chain, reducing reliance in key areas.

- Deliver ongoing asset health assessments, characterising asset health against standardised parameters monitoring know risk factors and outputs from FMECAs, including the development of corrosion assessments and application of risk-based inspection schemes. Lead the assessment and enablement of WTG performance enhancements and asset life extension to maximise value across asset life in line with business case requirements.

- Contribute to the development of digital twins for operational assets, communicating asset health to a range of stakeholders.

- Provide operational insights into the design delivery process, ensuring known risk factors are communicated and considered as part of the development of new projects.

What do I need?

The successful candidate will have a demonstrable background with analytical, engineering, budgeting and project management skills. A good understanding of maintenance requirements for large plant infrastructure and the importance of a planned and coordinated maintenance strategy would be advantageous.

Previous experience within an offshore or renewables generation industry would be an advantage, although not essential. You will be qualified to Degree (or equivalent) level in a relevant engineering discipline and be working towards or have already achieved Chartered status. As the position requires knowledge and experience gained within industry, consideration will be given to suitably experienced individuals.

You will have the opportunity to develop your understanding of offshore wind operations and maintenance and contribute throughout the project lifecycle. Your personal and professional development will be regarded as a key objective, with opportunities to access a range of training and progression opportunities.

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 Dougie on douglas.mcallister@sse.com / 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.

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