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About the role

Balfour Beatty has an exciting new opportunity for a Substations Training Team Leader to join our Technical Training Team in Scotland

Role purpose: To train and assess all activities associated with Substation requirements and set the standards. You will be a subject matter expert in the subject and lead on implementing a proven competence programme.

What you'll be doing

• Work with the Training Delivery Manager - to set the direction for the department in line with business goals and customer service values.
• Support Operational teams to deliver high quality services - Training solutions to the business and identification of potential solutions for Training.
• Ensure high quality Training is delivered working seamlessly with the centre and Operational teams, aligned to business targets.
• Ensure legal compliance for the business within a framework of business improvement and a satisfying working environment.
• To support the Training Administrators
• Work with and advise areas of spend vs. Budget
• To be aware of leading edge thinking and practice in Training and take the lead in introducing new ideas with the Training Manager
• To facilitate and maintain effective communication links with the Operation teams and training centres
• Promote Power Training delivery and services that we can offer
• To benchmark Training against the best external organisations and lead the transfer of best practice into Training and the Organisation with the Training Manager.
• To promote a professional image at all time in support of the companies and department values
• To ensure that you develop your capabilities through continuing professional
• To carryout any additional responsibilities from time to time in line with business needs

Who we're looking for

• Recognised Level 3 Engineering Advanced Apprenticeship
• National Grid Senior Authorised Person 1/2/3 authorisation as defined in NSI 30
• Significant experience maintaining substation equipment and applying relevant safety precautions as per National Grid Safety Rules and NSIs.
• Sound knowledge of substation and maintenance/installation techniques and practices.
• Sound understanding of the UK Electricity Transmission System.
• Practical competence in the application of substation maintenance techniques and practices.
• Able to lead and manage work teams (Person in Charge).
• Previous training experience, knowledge sharing, development and coaching of others would be advantageous.
• To hold a UK full driving licence
• Training and Assessment qualifications, CIPD/CPD accreditation (or equivalent)

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UKs most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasnt rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package thats right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more

About us

Balfour Beattys Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks.

From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on-going maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources and industry-leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UKs most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com