Hydro Maintenance Technician
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 18, 2026.
Base Location: Within the Sloy Awe Section at Clachan, Inverawe or Sloy Power Station.
Salary: SSE6 £45,452 to £54,311 depending on skills and experience + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time
The role
As part of the Hydro Maintenance Engineering Team, you'll play a key role in delivering a diverse portfolio of Control & Instrumentation (C&I), Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) maintenance, operational and project activities across the Sloy and Awe hydro assets. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the safe, reliable and efficient operation of critical renewable energy infrastructure while supporting the delivery of maintenance strategies and improvement projects.
Some of your main accountabilities will include;
- Flood Gate Controller and Fish Pass Instrumentation Maintenance.
- Water Level Transducer Installation, calibration and repair.
- Alarm and Protection, Scada Systems and Communication Equipment Installation, testing and maintenance.
- First line C&I and M&E defect resolution, i.e. response, coordination, repair and management within the Maintenance Management System including where appropriate setting contractors to work and providing supervision during the works.
- The attainment and upkeep of Safe Systems of Work authorisation, which enables the identification and control of system hazards and allows the sanction and issue of safety documents to self and/or others.
To be successful in this role, we would love you to have;
- Knowledge and experience of C & I and M & E systems, engineering plant and apparatus relevant to power generation sites, computerised maintenance management and health and safety systems
- An understanding of the importance and meaning of an effective Safe System of Work; a good understanding of health and safety regulations; the ability and desire to achieve and benefit from in role progression to full SAP.
- A minimum of HNC level qualification or similar within a related engineering discipline, supported with practical experience, or an extensive background within a maintenance or operational environment.
- A CITB SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) qualification or equivalent or currently working towards this.
- A high level of motivation and excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team or on your own initiative and the confidence to challenge inconsistencies in an appropriate and professional manner.
Due to the nature of this role a full and valid driving license is essential. The successful candidate should reside or be willing to relocate with a 30 mile radius of the Power Station.
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.
SSE Renewables delivers the clean power needed to support the clean energy transition. We lead the way in the development, build, and operation of renewable power assets, including windfarms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 experts helping make electricity clean, affordable and available for all.
Find out more on how we are putting Hydro at the heart of our Net Zero future here; http://www.sserenewables.com/hydro.
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 Pamela Hendry on [email protected] 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.
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