Union Unite has reacted with dismay over proposed redundancies at SSE.
Over 300 British and Irish workers at the utility are in danger of losing their jobs, with over 150 of those affected in the company’s renewables operations.
Unite has criticised the move due to the profitability of the renewables operation.
Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: “SSE’s renewables operation is already extremely profitable and set to become even more so as the demand for renewables increases.
“The threat of job losses is a cynical attempt driven to further boost the company’s profits and not in the interests of workers or consumers.
“Unite will not stand by and watch these workers lose their jobs while shareholders and bosses profit.”
A spokesperson for SSE said: “After a period of sustained growth, we’re undertaking an efficiency review to ensure we continue to operate in the most efficient and effective way possible into the future.
“We have informed colleagues that this will unfortunately lead to reduced headcount in some parts of our business.
“We understand this process will be difficult for our teams, and we’ll be consulting trade unions and keeping colleagues informed throughout.”