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National Grid Senior Manager - Zero Carbon Operations in Warwick, United Kingdom
Job Purpose
Great Britain's electricity system is undergoing an ambitious, exciting and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, greener system, one that protects the planet and serves generations to come.
We are looking for a Senior Manager – Zero Carbon Operations to lead the ESOs strategy to ensure that the ESO can facilitate, plan and operate a zero-carbon grid. The role will ensure a full, end-to-end strategy and processes is in place, building on the ESO’s 2025 zero carbon operation ambition, to achieve full zero carbon operation in 2030 and beyond.
The important focus is to ensure that all of the activities that facilitate the zero-carbon operation of the electricity system work together, that the right tools, markets and processes are in place with the right assurance that the engineering decisions are appropriate.
This role can be based from Wokingham or Warwick, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.
About us
As Great Britain’s electricity system operator (ESO), we sit at the heart of the electricity system, using our outstanding engineering and commercial expertise to balance electricity supply and demand. Ultimately, we keep the electricity flowing directly to where it’s needed, second by second.
Becoming the National Energy System Operator
In Summer of 2024, the ESO will transition to becoming the National Energy System Operator, or NESO for short. Previously denoted as the Future System Operator (or FSO), the new National Energy System Operator will be the independent body responsible for planning Great Britain’s electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system.
The ESO, including all of its existing roles, will be at the heart of the new National Energy System Operator. As NESO, we will build on our existing roles, capabilities, and ways of working significantly to create an organisation the energy system and its users’ need. Our new capabilities will enable us to look across vectors, including electricity, natural gas and hydrogen, and crucially consider the trade-offs between them.
The organisation will be set up as a public corporation with its own Board of independent directors, with complete operational independence from government, the regulator and any and all commercial interest. As the ESO are today, NESO will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem through price control agreements and obligated to identify optimal solutions to system operations and planning in the most sustainable, affordable and secure way for all.
The time to deliver is now. As part of our team, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in Great Britain – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.
Key Accountabilities
Provide the leadership for the ESO to achieve its zero carbon operation ambitions, internally and externally and work across the ESO develop operational strategies and system performance specifications to address a range of future operational conditions
Develop excellent internal relationships to achieve alignment and focus on delivering the work packages to achieve zero carbon operation
Work across the ESO to ensure the zero carbon operability risks to the GB electricity transmission network are identified and managed, including ensuring all planning activities are correctly aligned and that all the elements come together to deliver secure, economic system operation at zero carbon (this includes coordination across Strategic Energy Planning, Engineering and Customer Solutions, System Operations, Markets, DD&T among others)
Direct the programme of activities that are required to deliver a fully functional zero carbon planning and operating processes, adapting as necessary to changes in government policy (e.g. introduction of Clean Power by 2030 target)
Ensure any new technical requirements are linked in with existing or new market frameworks
Ensure that as new planning and operational techniques are deployed that each have the appropriate level of engineering assurance and risk mitigation measures in place
Ensure RIIO2 business plan developments are aligned to the delivery of zero carbon operation
Work collaboratively with external stakeholders to build a shared understanding and vision around the transition of the power system and zero carbon operation and look to co-create solutions
Represent the ESO internationally, including working with UK government, to improve global understanding of zero carbon operation
Identify and fill future gaps in ESO capability for zero carbon operation, including by creating new teams as required
Lead on the ESOs technical international involvement with GO15, GPST, CIGRE etc. and other global research programmes
About you
What we do isn’t just important – it’s essential. That’s why we look to recruit experts in their field. In this case, we’re looking for someone who:
Detailed knowledge of the electricity industry and electricity network operation including a thorough understanding of how this impacts National Grid
Ability to deliver change and mitigate complex risks for the overall benefit of National Grid both internally and with our external stakeholders
Excellent customer relationship and networking skills with external and internal customers and stakeholders
What you'll get
A competitive salary between £67,000 - £84,000 per annum – dependent on capability. As well as your base salary, you will receive a company car or allowance, a bonus of up to 20% of your salary for stretch performance, private medical insurance, 28 days annual leave as standard and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.
As we work towards creating a cleaner, greener, and more affordable future for all, we also work towards creating a place for our teammates to belong, with professional and personal growth and positive well-being.
Full support and career-development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and maximise your potential along your career journey.
A diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table.
Generous Total Rewards Plan – comprising of health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits.
More Information
This role closes on 15th September 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.
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 (https://jobs.nationalgrid.com/UK/content/Diversity-equity-and-inclusion/?locale=en_GB) , and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.
We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.
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