HSQE Advisor – Systems Lead
SP Energy Networks, McNeil Drive, Eurocentral, Motherwell. ML1 4UR
Salary from £45,400
Permanent / Hybrid Working Pattern (3 days office/2 days at home)
Closing Date: 21st August 2026
Purpose
As HSEQ Systems Lead, you will support the Senior Analyst and Head of Operational Planning to manage, monitor and continuously improve quality systems and performance, facilitating and integrating Operational Excellence initiatives into the business processes.
You will deliver the business audit plan for both internal and external Stakeholders, managing audit actions and monitoring the close out of corrective actions.
Responsibility includes managing the Transmission Network Operations documentation library, leading document, policy reviews and updates, as well as administering scorecard reporting metrics to ensure data is accurate and meets the required governance standards.
Responsibilities
Delivering the business audit plan for both internal and external Stakeholders, managing audit actions and monitoring the close out of corrective actions, you will manage the Transmission Network Operations documentation library, leading document and policy reviews and updates, as well as administering scorecard reporting metrics to ensure data is accurate and meets the required governance standards.
As HSQE Advisor – Systems Lead, you will be responsible for the establishment, communication and continual improvement of the IMS processes, including the management of the process flow mapping of the business and associated documentation.
With responsibility and authority for the business IMS, complying with appropriate external accreditation with respect to HSEQ e.g. ISO 9001, 14001, 18001, you will establish and maintain a risk management framework for managing risk within SP Energy Networks.
Monitoring and reporting to senior management with status against business H&S, Quality and Environmental objectives, you will be responsible for all communication with respect to the IMS (updates, new processes) within Transmission Network Operations.
Developing planned inspections within the business against compliance with the IMS, including follow-up reports and communication with affected delivery units, you will also develop and maintain an annual plan of internal audits against the IMS and wider requirements of external Accreditations.
Acting as a centralised function for the coordination of non-conformities (and corrective actions) within Transmission Networks Operations, you will be the single point of co-ordination for all HSQE monthly statistical analysis and reporting.
What you’ll bring
The successful candidate will have working knowledge of relevant ISO standards and strong influencing, consulting and communication skills, promoting confidence to engage effectively with a range of stakeholders.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, alongside strong planning and analytical abilities, with the capability to anticipate challenges and implement practical solutions.
Experience of collaborating with Contractors is important, as is the ability to plan and deliver work programmes independently and autonomously.
You will possess experience working within an Engineering or Construction-related environment and be computer literate, with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
A current valid driving licence is required, along with a willingness to travel throughout the SP Energy Networks Transmission licence area and on occasion, further afield.
Whats in it for you
As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.
At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include:
Why SP Energy Networks
SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network – connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It’s a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland’s ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we’re taking it very seriously.
We’re investing >£10.6 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.
Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.
We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to careers@scottishpower.com.
Mobility
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.
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August-22-2026
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