About the Role

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key sites in Reading or Perth

Salary: £31,339 - £35,892 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Document Controller who will be responsible for ensuring appropriate access and management of documents and drawings are maintained at relevant stages in the project lifecycle.

This is a new role as part of a growing team within SSEN Distribution's Large Capital Delivery directorate. As Document Controller, you'll work as part of the Project Services team to ensure effective management, control and distribution of project documents. You will work closely with the Delivery Project Managers and the wider Large Capital Delivery team to ensure successful delivery of projects.

Key Accountabilities

Roles and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

- Ensure all project documents are organised and structured in line with procedures.

- Issue, record and distribute Contractor & 3rd party documentation.

- Quality checking of receipted documents from Contractors and 3rd parties.

- Maintain project correspondence.

- Ensure document control procedures are maintained and updated where required.

- Collaborate with the wider team to share lessons learned and best practices.

What do I need?

We are looking for someone who has experience of Document Control or a willingness to learn. A background in a Large Capital Projects environment would be advantageous, though this is not essential.

- Knowledge of document control systems and processes.

- Excellent communication skills.

- Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships and work as part of a team.

- Focus on continuous improvement, striving to improve the quality of document management processes as an aid to project management.

- Ability to work to tight deadlines.

- Experience and understanding of using SharePoint and MS Office.

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 Louise.conway@sse.com / 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.

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