Electrical/Mechanical Fitter
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 20, 2026. SSE scores A on the Alion truth index.
Base Location: Inverness, Caithness, Moray
Salary: £36,139 - £48,427 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time
The role
We’re looking for an Electrical/Mechanical Fitter to help keep our high-voltage transmission network safe and reliable across Inverness, Caithness and Moray. In this varied, field-based role, you’ll maintain and inspect critical plant, support repairs and construction work, and receive training and development to gain authorisation up to 400kV.
You will
- Carry out maintenance on electricity switchgear and plant up to and including 400kV, with training and development provided to help you gain full authorisation.
- Maintain power systems, including switchgear, transformers, busbars and associated equipment, in a field-based environment.
- Complete inspections, planned maintenance and defect repairs, and assist with construction works while ensuring best value for money.
- Put safety first and ensure all operational work is completed to the highest standards.
- Participate in standby duties for fault work once the required authorisations have been gained, helping ensure the network complies with current and future regulatory requirements.
You have
- Demonstrable experience of working on an electrical network, ideally involving Low Voltage (LV) and High Voltage (HV) plant maintenance.
- A strong commitment to safety, with the ability to follow guidance, build positive customer relationships and deliver a high level of service.
- Enthusiasm, drive and a flexible approach, with the ability to adapt to changing business and project priorities.
- Preferably, experience of working in HV within a transmission or similar organisation, together with a City & Guilds Part 232, SVQ Level 3 Electrical Apprenticeship or SVQ Level 3 Mechanical Apprenticeship.
- A full driving licence and the flexibility to work away from your base location occasionally.
About SSE
SSE’s purpose is to be restless every day until we make electricity clean, affordable and available for all.
We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. This includes electricity transmission and distribution networks, onshore and offshore wind farms, hydro-electric power and flexible thermal generation. We also provide products and services for businesses and other customers.
Our investment plan will see SSE invest £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030.
SSEN Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport electricity from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown power for the future and building the infrastructure needed for a cleaner electricity system to create secure power for generations to come.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. please contact Andy on [email protected] / 01738 275370 to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.