Mechanical Fitter (132kv)

Base Location: Swindon, Melksham, Oxford or Andover

Salary: £34,749 - £40,939 (depending on Authorisations - further info below)

Plus

• Full PPE and tools required for the role.
• Access to a company van.
• Training provided by SSE.
• A range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
  
  

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Onsite

Do you have some experience as an Mechanical/Electrical Fitter, or looking for a career change and would like to be part of a forward thinking company that powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the North of Scotland?

In this role, you will take responsibility for the inspection, maintenance, and safe operation of electrical equipment across the electricity network, with a primary focus on the 132kV system.

Your work will cover equipment such as electrical switchgear, transformers, busbars, isolators, and protection systems—ensuring that maintenance tasks and defect resolutions are completed within agreed timeframes and that the network is restored to normal operation as quickly as possible.

This will also involve responding to emergency fault scenarios.

We are looking for interested candidates with a Mechanical or Electrical bias to join us and work as part of a team maintaining, inspecting, and repairing the electricity network that supply our customers.

You Will

• Play an active role in delivering construction projects in line with agreed KPIs, ensuring all plant and equipment—both electrical and mechanical—operate within specified limits.
• Support the maintenance team with planned and unplanned switching activities, including network isolation and restoration, within your authorised level, and contribute to detailed planning of how, when, and where works are carried out.
• Represent Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks professionally when engaging with internal and external stakeholders, including the National Grid and small-scale power stations, to deliver exceptional customer service and uphold the SSE brand.
• Maintain an unwavering commitment to safety, following all relevant SSE policies and procedures in every task you undertake.
  
  

You Have

• Previous Experience as an Electrical Fitter across 11kv and 33kv would be advantageous.
• Experience and/or authorisations to work on the electrical distribution network would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of the UK Electrical Distribution Network.
• Electrical or mechanical experience if your previous working history is outside of a DNO and a high regard for safety.- Excellent communication skills are essential to this role as we deal with customer related issues face-to-face on a daily basis
  
  

A full UK driving licence is required for this role

Training will be provided throughout, however if you hold certain authorisations you may be eligible for a different pay banding:

• Up to £45,905 - if you have 11kv SAP PTW
• Up to £51,484 - if you have 33kv SAP PTW
• Up to £57,728 - if you have 132kv SAP PTW
  
  

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

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 [email protected] / 01738 344051 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.