About our Business
SSE Thermal is on a mission to deliver the flexible energy needed today while powering the transition to net zero. Our 600+ employees play a crucial role in keeping the lights on across the UK and Ireland and we're rising to the low-carbon challenge with our teams at the cutting-edge of vital technologies. We're developing ground-breaking carbon capture and storage projects and progressing plans for what could be the world's first hydrogen-fired power station, as well as a major hydrogen storage facility and exploring other exciting options as we decarbonise. We've already achieved a lot - but we're just getting started. As part of SSE, which is investing £24bn this decade, we're at the forefront of the energy transition - so come join us as we continue to grow and power change.
To find out more, read this blog from Catherine Raw, our Managing Director, on our critical role in delivering net zero.
Base Location: Medway Power Station, Isle of Grain, Kent
Salary: circa £85,000 + car allowance + performance-related bonus + private healthcare + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
As Medway Power Station Production Manager, you will report into the Power Station Manager and take the lead role in managing the Maintenance Department & the Operations Department.
As a senior manager, you'll have several areas of responsibility, including;
- Setting and maintaining high standards in relation to Safety, Health and Environmental performance, ensuring O&M procedures and work instructions are maintained in line with SSE and regulatory obligations.
- The coordination and control of the station's O&M functions i.e. shift operations and maintenance departments.
- Liaise with SSE's Energy Portfolio Management function on strategy and plant optimisation.
- Controlling the departmental budget, reporting on the variances and contributing to the long and short term strategy of the station.
- Providing leadership, direction and development throughout the department to actively encourage a culture of involvement, development, engagement and teamwork.
What do I need?
To be considered for this role, you will need to have:
