Division: NESO Gas & Whole Energy Network Planning
Job Type:
Requisition Number: 63469
Department: ESO
Job Function: Engineering
About the role
National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
The methane gas networks have well-established engineering and planning standards, and NESO’s role in planning the methane gas network is firmly established and collaborates very strongly with National Gas Transmission (NGT). However, the equivalent standards have not been fully established for an emerging hydrogen network. DESNZ have communicated that NESO are expected to become the ‘strategic planner’ for hydrogen transportation and storage in 2026, which will require the development of equivalent planning standards. We are seeking a skilled and experienced gas transmission network planning engineer to lead a team of 3-4 gas engineers in the development of robust gas (methane) and hydrogen network planning policies and standards.
This important role will primarily focus on establishing network planning standards for emerging hydrogen networks, ensuring alignment with relevant regulations, safety requirements, and best practices. We expect the focus to be on above 7 barg hydrogen networks, although knowledge of below 7 barg and downstream gas systems will be advantageous. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape hydrogen engineering policy for all assets required for hydrogen transmission network and storage.
You and your team will collaborate with key external stakeholders, including gas network businesses, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), the Institute of Gas Engineers and Managers (IGEM), other relevant industry associations, government departments, and consumers, to shape the future of gas infrastructure.
This role can be based from Wokingham, Warwick or Glasgow 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.
Key Accountabilities
* Development and documentation of the hydrogen network planning standards that will be applicable to NESO’s hydrogen network planning activities. Develop and maintain relevant engineering policies, technical standards and best practice.
* Recruitment, establishment and line management of a team of 3 to 4 engineers, including objectives setting and performance reviews.
* Development of ways of working, working procedures and project management for your team including risk management and KPI monitoring.
* Work with relevant NESO teams to ensure hydrogen network planning standards reflect security of supply requirements.
* Providing support and guidance on gas and hydrogen engineering topics to wider teams in GWEND, SEP, NESO and in the wider industry.
* Champion the development of transparent and clearly communicated standards.
* Establish and maintain good working relationships with relevant engineering teams within key stakeholders.
* Lead on NESO’s input to reviews of NGT’s TPC and other relevant standards.
* Maintain NESO understanding on hydrogen and gas (methane) engineering standards.
* Support the Office of the Chief Engineer and promote engineering chartership.
About you
We’re looking for someone who:
* Is passionate about developing their colleagues and doing the right thing for consumers and society.
* Is curious, asks questions, and drives for depth of understanding.
* Engineering knowledge of >7barg gas or hydrogen networks is essential.
* Drives for change whilst working tactfully and sensitively with multiple stakeholders.
* Has experience of developing gas engineering and/or gas network planning standards.
* Is a strong communicator with excellent writing skills.
About what you'll get
A competitive salary between £60,000 - £75,000 – dependent on experience and capability. As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus of up to 15% of your salary for stretch performance, 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.
* A diverse and inclusive community of belonging.
* Generous Total Rewards Plan – comprising of health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits.
More Information
This role closes on 12th February 2025 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible.
We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued and respected.
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