Title:  Gas Supply Security Technical Lead - NESO

About the role

National Energy System Operator’s (NESO) strength lies in our people. Together, we’re shaping the future where clean, affordable energy is accessible for all. Every day is an opportunity to make a real difference, accelerating the progress of sustainable GB energy, keeping people connected and society thriving as we create a brighter tomorrow.

This is a new role in an exciting team which is at the forefront of delivering energy security for Great Britain.  Set up ahead of NESO’s launch in 2024 to deliver enhanced roles and responsibilities, the gas supply security team is preparing to publish its first statutory assessment of gas security this winter. This role will be critical to supporting a technical team deliver its responsibilities, engage with our customers on key messages and on implementing recommendations within the Assessment.

The team is looking for an experienced technical lead who can work effectively amongst teams, overcome hurdles and deliver impactful advice to strict deadlines. Although having knowledge of any part of the gas industry, or of power systems would be helpful, this is a team with long-term delivery expectations and training can be provided for the right candidate.

This role can be based from Wokingham, Warwick, London 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.
 

About us

National Energy System Operator’s (NESO) mission is to facilitate the decarbonisation of Great Britain’s energy network and ensure the delivery of reliable, affordable, and clean electricity for consumers. We work with stakeholders across the whole energy industry to plan for future network needs, using a wider adoption of technology and changes in consumer behaviour, as well as ensuring we have the right markets, networks, and frameworks in place, to transform the way we operate tomorrow.

Join us, and let’s energise progress.

energy, our future, together.

About the National Energy System Operator (NESO)

In Autumn of 2024, the ESO transitioned to National Energy System Operator, or NESO for short. Previously denoted as the Future System Operator (or FSO), the new National Energy System Operator is 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, are now 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 is 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 was the ESO, 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.

Key Accountabilities

• Leading the technical delivery of the NESO’s annually published Gas Supply Security Assessment, working with experts within the Gas Supply Security team and across NESO to develop content, lead process and deliver insight to the appropriate audience.
• Leading engagement with external stakeholders (especially Government, Ofgem, National Gas Transmission, the wider gas industry and academics) on the development of the Assessment, its conclusions and recommendations.
• Continue to evolve the Assessment’s annual output to ensure it meets the expectations of industry whilst developing a coherent energy security reporting picture.
• Work collaboratively across NESO to embed new gas responsibilities, analytical coherence and deliver next steps of the Assessment.

About you

We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who can bring:

• Knowledge and experience of the energy industry, with a preference for good knowledge of global and GB gas markets.
• Excellent ability to produce written messages that are clear, relevant, and succinct, targeted at the right audience and delivered in a timely manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively with analysts and technical experts leading on framing analysis and modelling for a wide audience range and with our project management office team.
• Has experience in working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders and customers to balance recommendations against feedback pursuing differing objectives and views.
• Candidates who can demonstrate strong qualitative and quantitative backgrounds are encouraged to apply as there is scope for the role to evolve over time.  

What you'll get

A competitive salary between £55,000 - £64,000pa – dependent on experience and capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on company performance, 26 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 30th March 2025 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, 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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