Job Information
National Grid Assurance Engineer - Civil in United Kingdom
About the role
National Grid Interconnectors (https://www.nationalgrid.com/national-grid-ventures/interconnectors-connecting-cleaner-future) is at the heart of UK’s transition to our net zero energy future. We operate a number of HVDC interconnectors that connect the UK’s energy system to some of our closest neighbours, allowing energy to be imported to and exported from the UK. As well as already owning a portfolio of HVDC Interconnectors, we’re working on developing new projects in order to ensure that we are able to meet the UK’s future demands for greener energy solutions.
The UJV Operations team are responsible for ensuring safe and efficient operational running of a portfolio of interconnectors including NSL, IFA1, IFA2 and Viking Link. As an Assurance Engineer - Civil, you'll have a critical role ensuring that our operational interconnectors maintain the highest level of operational performance as well as ensuring that all our new interconnectors are developed, designed, constructed and commissioned in accordance with our standards and specifications.
In this role you can enjoy our hybrid working from office and home. You'll be flexible to travelling to our Warwick office and UK Interconnector sites, with occasional European travel as required. We’re happy to discuss any additional flexibility in working patterns or requirements that you feel could help to make this job work for you!
Key accountabilities
Responsible for the design assurance of HVDC interconnector civil engineering and building services systems from project feasibility through to commissioning for new HVDC interconnectors.
Support the development of new interconnector projects with civils design expertise.
Be a key contact for technical civil engineering advice within National Grid Ventures.
Ensure that the highest level of standards are maintained in respect of Health, Safety and Environmental/Sustainability issues.
Identify new technologies, methods and processes for the delivery of civil engineering and building works to improve safety, quality and repeatability of civil engineering activities.
Responsible for the design assurance of consultants and contractors engineering proposals in accordance with recognised British and European standards for civil engineering works.
About you
Experience of the construction process (design, specification and construction) for new-build civil engineering and building works.
Experience of interface management of multiple parties to coordinate the design and construction process.
Experience of working within HVDC transmission, Energy or Utility sector.
Broad knowledge of the requirements for safe work under UK legislation, preferably with a national accepted safety qualification such as IOSH, NEBOSH.
Able to communicate issues associated within area of expertise in a clear and concise manner, both verbally and in writing.
Chartered Engineer or working towards Chartership.
Educated to Degree level (or equivalent) in a relevant Engineering discipline.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At National Grid Interconnectors, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace for everyone. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.
What you'll get
A competitive salary between £51,000 to £65,000 – dependent on capability.
Job requirement car.
An annual performance bonus.
26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).
The option to buy additional or sell holiday days.
Generous contributory pension scheme - we will double-match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.
Financial support to help cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, exam fees and time off for study leave - so long as it's relevant to your role.
Access to flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.
Family care benefits including a back-up care service for when your usual care arrangements fall through (six paid days each year as standard with the option to purchase further days).
Access to apps that support health, fitness and wellbeing.
About us
National Grid (https://www.nationalgrid.com/) is pioneering ways to decarbonise the energy system; from building interconnectors to allow the UK to share clean energy with our neighbours in Europe, to investing in renewable energy generation in the United States.
As one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the world, National Grid is at the centre of a clean, fair and affordable energy future, where tackling climate change and reaching net zero is a key priority.
More information
This role closes on 8 October 2024 at 23:59 , however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.
At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.
Our goal is to drive, develop and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation from diverse teams & perspectives and business need. We are committed to building a workforce so we can represent the communities we serve and have a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.
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