Electricity Distribution - Network Planner

National Grid; Lincoln; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in Lincoln seeks a Grade 6 Network Planner. Responsibilities include designing electricity network projects and coordinating with engineers. The ideal candidate should have an electrical background, strong communication skills, and hold relevant qualifications. This role offers a hybrid working model after initial training completion. Join our team to help shape a clean and affordable energy future.

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSE Grade C in English and Maths.
• Hold Level 2 City & Guilds 2339 or equivalent.
• Experience as a Grade 5 Network Planner preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan electricity network projects.
• Prepare capital projects and coordinate off-site work.
• Resolve customer complaints and monitor project costs.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive approach

Resilience

Education

English and Maths GCSE Grade C/Level 4 minimum

Level 2 City & Guilds 2339 or equivalent

Level 3 City & Guilds 2339

Tools

iPads

Computers

Job description

Electricity Distribution - Network Planner

We are currently recruiting for a Grade 6 Network Planner to join us at our Lincoln depot. Planners design our network and work with our Engineers to construct, reinforce, alter and replace our equipment. As you can imagine, the pace is fast, and if you join us, our customers will trust you to provide excellent service and minimise any impact.

To be considered, you'll need English and Maths GCSE Grade C/Level 4 minimum, or Functional Skills Level 2 or above. You'll hold a Level 2 City & Guilds 2339, or equivalent qualification of the same level. We'll need to see evidence of your qualifications, and if not already attained you'll need to undertake Level 3 City & Guilds 2339.

*Please note you may initially be appointed at a lower salary until all relevant courses and training are complete.

Ready to power up your career? Join us and impact the way people heat, light and fuel their homes, businesses and vehicles. Keep reading and apply.

As part of our hybrid working approach this role offers a mix of office and home working. Hybrid working can only be considered once your initial training is complete and subject to business need.

Main Responsibilities

You’ll be hands-on, responsible for project design, costing and quoting and the replacement/diversion/reinforcement of existing electricity network assets. Working primarily on the high-voltage network, you’ll take care of the costs and plan for substation and cable replacements. You’ll also:

• Prepare capital projects and off-site coordination
• Design schemes that align with our Engineering Directives
• Prepare plans, schematics, wayleaves, notices, materials schedules, terms, quotations and agreements
• Liaise with Grade 7 Network Planner to meet all overall network requirements
• Determine the what, how and cost for individual projects, and approve them
• Resolve customer complaints
• Set up scheme files and close down on completion
• Monitor costs on individual capital sanctions, identify and comment on variances, and take corrective action
• Visit sites and work from developer plans

6,700 colleagues share our vision to be at the heart of a clean, fair, affordable energy future. If this appeals to you too, you could soon work in a supportive, rewarding and friendly environment that empowers everyone to succeed. We live by our values of doing the right thing, finding a better way and using our drive to make things happen every day. That’s why we’ll help you build a worthwhile career to be proud of – whatever your role and passion. Together we can bring energy to life using your expertise and the latest technology.

Ideal Candidate

You may already have experience as a Grade 5 Network Planner, so you'll understand our procedures and standards and already understand our customers and their needs. If you haven’t worked with us before, then you’ll have an electrical background with a qualification to match – perhaps you’ve worked in internal electrical planning. Either way, strong communication skills are key, so you can coordinate jobs and clearly explain issues. As you’ll be in control of your diary, we’ll need you to be resilient, organised and able to prioritise your workload. Team players thrive in this role, and you’ll be used to taking a proactive and more consultative approach. Experience using iPads, computers and our additional software is a must.

A full UK driving licence is required for this role to enable the successful candidate to carry out site visits.

You may not possess all the skills required to carry out the role at present but you will have the confidence and ability to reach the necessary standards with appropriate training.

National Grid Electricity Distribution is committed to safeguarding the interests of the Company, colleagues and customers. This role is subject to a satisfactory Barring Service, (DBS) check, depending on the role different levels of screening and vetting are required. Some roles require a triannual check.

Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.

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About Us

We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses.

National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues – who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast-moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.