Control Support Engineer – Emergency Preparedness

Overview

In this role, you will support real-time control, outage planning and system readiness within SSEN Transmission’s Control Centre. You’ll shape operational strategy and standards for future network projects, while strengthening regulatory compliance and emergency preparedness. You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure safe, reliable operation during critical events. This is a mission-driven opportunity to impact network resilience and industry collaboration from Perth.

Pay / Benefits

• Discounts on private healthcare
• Gym membership discounts
• Free online GP
• 24/7 counselling service
• Interest-free loans for tech/transport
• Cycle to Work scheme

Responsibilities

• Act as expert support for control teams across planning, commissioning and real-time operation
• Lead long-term and operational resilience planning and documentation
• Ensure Network Control compliance with Operational Safety Rule, Grid Code, System Operator – Transmission Owner code, and OFGEM requirements
• Produce operational guidance notes, processes and procedures for the control room
• Represent the team in internal and external working groups and engage with industry partners (OFGEM, NESO, TO & DNO)

Key requirements

• Deep knowledge of electrical power systems and related operation/design standards
• Strong understanding of electricity industry interfaces with regulators and operators
• Excellent communication skills for reports and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to analyse emergency planning, business continuity and incident management in real-time control
• Degree level qualification (preferably Electrical Engineering) or equivalent experience (HNC with relevant experience)

• Excellent communication
• Stakeholder engagement
• Analytical problem-solving
• Electrical power systems knowledge
• Emergency planning and incident management
• Regulatory and standards awareness (Grid Code, OFGEM)

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