| Business area: | Operational Roles |
|---|---|
| Location: | Bristol |
| Salary: | £72,838 * |
| Working hours: | 37 |
| Type: | 12 Month Fixed Term Contract |
We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses.
National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues – who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast-moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.
The DSO (Distribution System Operator) System Planning team is responsible for forecasting future load requirements of the network and analysis of both primary and secondary networks to identify the long term strategic development of the electricity distribution network.
A fixed term opportunity is available for a DSO Engineer within the System Planning team for a period of up to 12 months, subject to review.
Based at Bristol, Tipton or Castle Donington, you will report directly to the Head of System Planning in a team focused on forecasting and process development.
*Please note the successful candidate may initially be appointed at a lower salary until you have the confidence and ability to carry out the role in full.
As part of our hybrid working approach this role offers a mix of office and home working. Hybrid working can only be considered once your initial training is complete and subject to business need.
This role is directly responsible for providing support and technical oversight to a Strategic Innovation Fund project called PRIDE (Planning Regional Infrastructure in a Digital Environment).
You will be working closely within the DSO System Planning and Future Capability teams within NGED (National Grid Electricity Distribution). The main responsibilities of the role include:
The ability to present information in a clear and reasoned way, together with an open yet analytical approach to problem solving is essential to this role.
You should be self-motivated and demonstrate a clear understanding of the energy industry and the role of distribution networks in the context of local and national decarbonisation targets. You will ideally have a good understanding of the innovation project delivery and key drivers for innovation work. Project management experience is beneficial but not essential.
We are looking for someone with excellent computer skills who is comfortable working with large amounts of data. Experience of working with SQL and relational databases is highly desirable and experience of using Geographical Information Systems would be an advantage.
The successful candidate will have experience in producing technical reports and working with diverse groups of stakeholders and it is crucial that you have the ability to self-organise, plan and prioritise work while working under pressure to ensure every task is delivered on time.
National Grid Electricity Distribution is committed to safeguarding the interests of the Company, colleagues and customers.
This role is subject to a satisfactory Barring Service (DBS) check. Depending on the role, different levels of screening and vetting are required. Some roles require a triannual check.