EDF Energy is a core part of the EDF Group, one of the largest energy companies in Europe with key business operations in the UK, France, Italy and Belgium. We're the UK’s largest producer of low-carbon electricity, the biggest supplier of electricity by volume in Great Britain, the largest supplier to British businesses and we employ more than 13,000 people. We operate nuclear, coal and gas power stations, wind farms, and combined heat & power plants. We have a focus on safe, dependable energy generation and an ethos of service excellence. We are playing a leading role in new nuclear build in the UK to secure a bright future for the combined business and its employees.
Data Lead
Hinkley Point C primary location, Hybrid working.
Are you comfortable navigating complex datasets and translating technical information into clear insights for diverse stakeholders? Are you proactive in identifying data quality issues and implementing solutions to enhance data integrity and reliability across projects? Are you driven by a desire to continuously improve data processes and support strategic decision-making within a project-focused environment?
If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as our next Data Lead here at Hinkley Point C!
Opportunity
We're seeking an Information and Data Lead to join our team, reporting directly to the Commissioning Manager. In this critical role, you’ll have full oversight of the information and data essential for the safe and efficient execution of the Commissioning phase of the Hinkley Point C (HPC) project.
As the Commissioning Information and Data Lead, you will be the central authority on data and information management within the Commissioning team and serve as the primary contact for all related inquiries across the broader HPC project. Your expertise in Commissioning processes and data requirements will enable you to collaborate effectively with various project teams, ensuring our objectives around safety, quality, timelines, and cost are consistently met.
Pay, benefits and culture
Alongside a salary starting from £62,000 and a market-leading pension scheme, your package will include a range of benefits, from the big and formal to the small and personal.
We’re talking about everything from enhanced parental leave to electric vehicle leasing, health insurance to product discounts, critical illness insurance to technology vouchers, gym membership to season ticket loans.
At EDF UK, we embrace flexibility while recognising that everyone's working needs are different. Whether you're in our office spaces, on site, or working remotely, we promote an environment that supports collaboration, connection, and comfort. No matter where you are, our priority is to make sure you feel safe, valued, and celebrated.
Here, we do right by each other and everyone’s welcome. We’re on an action-oriented journey, championing equity, diversity, and inclusion. We’d like our future workforce to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, those with a disability and supporting social mobility.
We’re a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application. Please let us know if you need to request reasonable adjustments.
We take pride in fostering a dynamic and inclusive environment, where the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our employees drive fresh thinking and innovation. We understand that success means different things to different people. We believe there are multiple definitions of what it means to succeed. That’s why we support you to pursue a career that’s unique to you. Because success is personal.
What you’ll be doing
This position offers a unique opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the entire Commissioning Programme, including its technical delivery and organisational structure. You’ll be instrumental in establishing a data-centric approach within the Commissioning Programme and its integration with the wider HPC project, ensuring seamless information flow and high data integrity across all areas.
- Having full oversight and scrutiny of the information and data following in and out of commissioning.
- Working with the various process owners in Commissioning to understand the information and data requirements to enable effective commissioning.
- Regularly engaging and building relationships with the wider project to ensure these requirements are met in line with the schedule.
- Providing information to assist the Commissioning Manager and Senior Commissioning Manager in meeting project-level objectives and milestones.
- Overseeing and approving data quality standards.
- Managing the complete roadmap of information flowing into and out of the Commissioning team.
- Supporting Data Owners in implementing effective data management practices.
- Monitoring data quality and proactively addressing any issues.
Who you are
As our next Data Lead, we’re looking for you to bring strong foundation of knowledge in technical information and data management, who can confidently lead and drive results in a project-driven environment. You will bring excellent communication skills, an ability to break down complex information for diverse audiences, and a proactive mindset geared toward accountability and results.
Additional requirements for this role include:
- Technical information and data background and the ability to lead others in a project-driven environment.
- Delivery mindset, able to get results through clear accountability and the confidence to influence stakeholders both internally and externally.
- Good communication skills and the ability to convey complex information to others.
- Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline.
We’re open to a newly graduated or recently qualified individual who is ambitious, driven, and ready to take on a challenge. If you’re eager to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in a dynamic and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Applications for this role close: Sunday 24th November
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