Immediate Start: Grid Manager

Overview Join to apply for the Grid Manager role at Bord Gáis Energy .
We’re seeking a Grid Manager to take responsibility for the creation, socialisation and delivery of our grid strategy. In this role you’ll actively manage all aspects of Grid for Bord Gáis Energy’s portfolio and support same in the UK. This includes connection applications, delivery, commissioning and optimization across the portfolio.
Responsibilities Work with Assets teams in Ireland and UK to develop Centrica’s grid asset strategy
Maintain a good working knowledge of key grid and regulatory developments for assets, feeding into consultation responses and industry lobby forums as an SME
Aid the business in interpreting technical policy relating to the grid in both UK and Ireland, leveraging this to identify and refine opportunities for existing and new grid based projects
Represent Centrica on engagement with TSO & DSO and with key industry bodies
Identify suitable opportunities for both location and technology solutions on the grid
Work closely with other members of Assets team in scoping, assessing and negotiating the technical & commercial aspects and designs of thermal generator/solar/Turbine/BESS Supply, EPC & related tender submissions and contracts. Subsequently manage and track performance against requirements
Provide assumptions for value drivers of projects associated with network connection and operation costs, losses, constraint, curtailment, etc.
Carry out due diligence on potential investment opportunities that may arise, in conjunction with SMEs from different disciplines across the business
What we’re looking for Vast knowledge of UK and Ireland grid connections, testing & compliance process
Management and optimization of grid connection process at all stages from initial site selection, feasibility assessment and connection application submission, through offer process, design and functional specification to construction, commissioning/testing, energization and commercial operation
Strong understanding of all grid matters that affect value drivers (e.g. constraints, curtailments, firmness, TLAFs, etc.)
Proven ability to work independently to deadlines, seeking guidance from other team members when required
Strong experience dealing with stakeholders on different sides of grid connection process e.g. TSO/DSO/Equipment Manufacturers/Electrical Contractors
Experience of Site Feasibility Assessments
Knowledge of Grid Code and requirements Bord Gáis Energy must satisfy for various projects types (thermal/renewable/solar/flexible demand)
Knowledge of powers markets and project value drivers an advantage
Why join us We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too.
We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We’re energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that’s energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels while living our commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Other
Industries Utilities

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