Network Control Engineer

Assess and provide assurance for Routine and Non-Routine Operations across the National Transmission System.

Evaluate operational risks associated with maintenance activities, outages and network interventions.

Provide expert technical advice to operational, engineering, asset and project teams.

Review, challenge and approve operational procedures to ensure compliance with safety and governance requirements.

Lead discussions on operational readiness, outage planning and risk mitigation activities.

Identify operational conflicts and coordinate solutions with key stakeholders across the business.

Support continuous improvement of operational processes, planning methodologies and risk management practices.

Essential

Degree-level qualification in an engineering, technical or numerate discipline, or equivalent industry experience.

Strong understanding of operational risk management within a safety-critical environment.

Experience assessing complex operational activities, procedures or maintenance interventions.

Ability to apply sound technical judgement and make decisions that balance safety, compliance and operational requirements.

Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to challenge constructively.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities and timescales.

Desirable

Experience within gas transmission, energy, utilities, process engineering or other safety-critical industries.

Knowledge of gas safety legislation and Safe Control of Operations (SCO) procedures.

Engineering Council accreditation (EngTech, IEng or equivalent).

Experience working within operational control, network planning or asset management functions.

Existing knowledge of National Transmission System operations.

This role is subject to National Security Vetting (NSV). Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain Security Clearance (SC) throughout their employment. For further information, visit www.gov.uk (UK Security Vetting: Clearance Levels).

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