SSE
OT- Solution Architect
Job Location
Thatcham, United Kingdom
Job Description
About the Role
Base Location: Flexible UK & Ireland | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSE offices or depots around the UK and Ireland.
OR
Salary: £47,600 - £71,600 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: 2 year Fixed Term Contract
SSE has an opportunity for an Operational Technology Solution Architect to work within our Digital Service team.
This role is for an experienced OT Solution Architect to support the evolution of our product estate by targeting the development of the functionality that supports SSE's Digital Services business. The scope will focus on OT systems that support the growth of our business and digital transition of the energy sector.
As we develop and build modern, cloud based, application portfolio, we need to ensure we build this in a secure and robust manner. The role will drive a range of initiatives, with a focus on creating architectures for specific platforms & components and providing the high-level designs for them to be implemented.
This is a great opportunity to play a pivotal role in the transformation of SSE Digital Services systems to secure, dynamic and robust platforms that can support the rapid expansion of our business to meet our Net Zero targets.
Key Responsibilities for this role will include:
What do I need?
- A structured and methodical approach to solutioning, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely at multiple levels, and the ability to lead discussions and influence stakeholders who are used to operating with less structured approaches.
- Experience of working in a cross programme/project environment with involvement in the full lifecycle of delivery from planning to operations.
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of designing, developing solutions associated with asset planning optimisation / cost management, capital delivery planning, common data environment, energy systems operations, flexibility, regulatory, energy network modelling & analytics.
- Knowledge of Energy Sector DERMS and EMS systems
About our Business
SSE Enterprise Utilities is the Distributed Energy (DE) and Private Networks business of SSE plc. We finance, own, operate and maintain energy infrastructure for commercial, industrial and residential customers - providing them with a market leading project development service and certainty of operational performance and asset management.In order to accelerate progress towards net zero SSE Group is investing £7m a day on low carbon infrastructure, creating 1,000 green jobs a year in the process, as part of its £25bn NZAP (Net Zero Acceleration Programme).
What's in it for you?
We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.
As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for ' Inclusion & Diversity at SSE ' to find out more.
What happens now?
All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.
If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact zoe.gillespie@sse.com.
Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.
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Location: Thatcham, GB
Posted Date: 9/19/2024
Base Location: Flexible UK & Ireland | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSE offices or depots around the UK and Ireland.
OR
Salary: £47,600 - £71,600 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: 2 year Fixed Term Contract
SSE has an opportunity for an Operational Technology Solution Architect to work within our Digital Service team.
This role is for an experienced OT Solution Architect to support the evolution of our product estate by targeting the development of the functionality that supports SSE's Digital Services business. The scope will focus on OT systems that support the growth of our business and digital transition of the energy sector.
As we develop and build modern, cloud based, application portfolio, we need to ensure we build this in a secure and robust manner. The role will drive a range of initiatives, with a focus on creating architectures for specific platforms & components and providing the high-level designs for them to be implemented.
This is a great opportunity to play a pivotal role in the transformation of SSE Digital Services systems to secure, dynamic and robust platforms that can support the rapid expansion of our business to meet our Net Zero targets.
Key Responsibilities for this role will include:
- - Ensuring applications & functionality deliver the needs of our business processes and multiple groups of colleagues, and ensuring the integrated solutions satisfy the competing needs of a diverse range of users. This will include consultancy across projects to ensure the technical solutions proposed are aligned with that strategy.
- - Creation and ongoing ownership of roadmaps for solutions. This will cover initial requirements, gap analysis, product/solution selection and prioritisation for implementation. You will use your experience to bring innovative solutions to bear on our technology landscape, with ideas for their rapid deployment to mitigate current risks.
- - Working with SSE's wider IT/OT teams to align with Group standards and policies. You will also provide expert guidance to our delivery teams.
- - Provide an effective assurance function that ensures we deliver the right solutions, bringing together stakeholders from a range of disciplines and our Procurement teams.
What do I need?
- A structured and methodical approach to solutioning, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely at multiple levels, and the ability to lead discussions and influence stakeholders who are used to operating with less structured approaches.
- Experience of working in a cross programme/project environment with involvement in the full lifecycle of delivery from planning to operations.
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of designing, developing solutions associated with asset planning optimisation / cost management, capital delivery planning, common data environment, energy systems operations, flexibility, regulatory, energy network modelling & analytics.
- Knowledge of Energy Sector DERMS and EMS systems
About our Business
SSE Enterprise Utilities is the Distributed Energy (DE) and Private Networks business of SSE plc. We finance, own, operate and maintain energy infrastructure for commercial, industrial and residential customers - providing them with a market leading project development service and certainty of operational performance and asset management.In order to accelerate progress towards net zero SSE Group is investing £7m a day on low carbon infrastructure, creating 1,000 green jobs a year in the process, as part of its £25bn NZAP (Net Zero Acceleration Programme).
What's in it for you?
We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.
As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for ' Inclusion & Diversity at SSE ' to find out more.
What happens now?
All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.
If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact zoe.gillespie@sse.com.
Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.
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Location: Thatcham, GB
Posted Date: 9/19/2024
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