Safety, Health and Wellbeing Graduate Role

Develops specialist operational safety expertise by supporting risk management, safe systems of work, incident investigations and the safe operation of SSE’s electricity transmission network.

What is the role?

During this two-year graduate programme, you’ll gain hands-on experience across our network, operational and safety teams. You’ll learn how we manage risk, maintain safe systems of work and support the safe operation of the transmission network. You’ll also complete a range of technical training, including incident investigation and network safety training. By the end of the programme, you’ll be equipped to progress into an Operational Safety Advisor role and provide trusted safety advice across the business.

What we're looking for

You'll have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in a relevant discipline such as Electrical Engineering or Power Systems Engineering.

We're looking for graduates who are excited by the opportunity to develop specialist operational safety expertise, work alongside experienced industry professionals and play a key role in supporting the safe operation of the electricity transmission network.

You'll likely be someone who:

- Puts safety at the heart of their decisions and is confident speaking up or challenging where something does not feel right.

- Communicates clearly and can build credibility with colleagues working in technical and operational environments.

- Uses sound judgement and a practical, evidence-based approach to identify risks and solve problems.

- Pays close attention to the detail and can understand and consistently apply technical rules, procedures and safe systems of work.

- Takes ownership of their learning, responds positively to feedback and is motivated to build specialist operational safety knowledge.

About SSE

We’re helping shape the future of electricity.

A role with SSE is an opportunity to build a rewarding career and help deliver the clean power and electricity infrastructure needed across the UK and Ireland.

We're investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030, including major renewable power projects and the networks needed to connect them. From powering homes and businesses to supporting the electrification of transport, our projects are helping shape the future electricity system

We’re accredited by the Living Wage Foundation and hold the Fair Tax Mark. We offer diverse career opportunities across the UK and Ireland, agile working and excellent benefits.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on gym memberships, discounted retail vouchers, high street shops, private healthcare, 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.