Head of Grid

4 weeks ago

England, United Kingdom NatPower UK Full time

Head of Grid



Employer: NatPower Development Limited

Function: Head of Grid

Location: Home Based/Hybrid (London)



Your New Company

NatPower is a Global Group specialised in renewable energy assets development, with operations in several countries. We recently launched in the UK market, aiming at becoming the leader in the renewables sector in the next 2-3 years, as we successfully did in other geographies.


We are looking to hire a Head of Grid, with the ability to be home based, to join our team to support and assist our Grid and Project Development Teams on a portfolio of some of the largest projects in the UK.


Our projects are at early development stage so you will be collaborating with teams from initial site feasibility, all the way through to ready to build and beyond.


As we rapidly grow, there will be opportunities to progress quickly. We will also be expanding into new markets and there will be opportunities to contribute to this expansion.


The role will be part of a very impressive and capable Grid and Project Development team. You will need to be ready to work in a flexible environment where everyone is aligned to company development.


Our Working Environment

This is a real long-term opportunity to work with experienced professionals and utilise experience gained in a dynamic and friendly environment which puts people at the centre. We encourage flexibility in the workplace and remote working. We treasure teamwork and we want everyone to enjoy the chances of self-development and growth with the help of colleagues. We believe in independence, fairness and sustainability. We are looking for entrepreneurial people who will be remunerated accordingly. We offer a strong base compensation and tailor-made incentive package, including cash bonuses and a Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP), and benefits like health, insurances and more.jk


The Role

The Head of Grid will support various teams across NatPower, working closely with our Technical Director. The wider team is managing the development of renewable generation BESS, PV Solar and Wind projects across the UK and this role will be directly assisting the development activities of the projects, including grid applications, managing and communicating to Transmission (for the majority of our projects) and Distribution (T&D) (for several projects) operators and identifying new connection opportunities in GB.


The Successful Applicant

We are looking for a multi-skilled candidate with a power system, T&D utility or consulting background with relevant experience (at least two of the bullet points below):


  • Managing Grid connection applications for renewable generation for BESS, PV Solar and Wind connections to UK TSO or DNOs. TSO applications will be a clear advantage.
  • Project infrastructure development experience working on large transmission or distribution connected projects within GB preferably >200MW.
  • Appreciation of ESO, TOs and DNOs connection requirements, operation charges, Grid security, business incentives and regulatory regimes in GB.
  • Transmission experience as an employee (National Grid-ESO, National Grid, SHET, SPT) managing grid connections and grid applications would be an advantage.
  • Engineering consulting experience dealing with DNO, TO or TSO projects in UK. This will typically be scheme development experience or secondment into a network company.
  • Power system analysis experience with established software package (e.g. DigSilent PowerFactory, PSCAD).
  • Knowledge and understanding of how the GB energy system and markets operate.


Job Activities Description

Some of these activities are performed coordinating the work of external consultants or internal team members.


  • Oversight, coordination, and management of the Company’s utility scale projects. Most of our projects are transmission connected.
  • Be prepared to undertake the role of the Grid Manager in their absence (e.g. annual leave).
  • Build and maintain relationships with internal project stakeholders and sub-contractor teams.
  • Provide effective communication with external project stakeholders such as TSOs, TOs, DNOs, and EPC contractor.
  • Ensure appropriate industry best Health and Safety practices is followed.
  • Identify, evaluate and develop potential new project opportunities; including supporting financial modelling on Grid Connection cost, use of system charges, securities, land, grid and planning aspects; support the development of a pipeline of solar PV, Wind and BESS projects in the UK.


Essentials:

  • 5+ years’ experience in the T&D sector in UK (in any capacity: TO, DNO, ESO, consultant, contractor, developer etc.).
  • Understanding of the project lifecycles and risks across large scale and complex utility-scale projects
  • Project delivery experience
  • Strong communication and negotiating skills.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite for reporting and presentation purposes
  • Willingness and ability to operate from time to time with AutoCAD 2D/3D, Power System modelling tool like DigSilent Power Factory.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Able to work collaboratively across a team.
  • Excellent report writing, communication and project management skills.
  • A flexible attitude to work and the ability to travel regularly throughout the UK.
  • Renewable energy project development experience is a plus.
  • Experience of supporting multiple project teams.


Desirables:

  • Able to manage several projects alongside one another.
  • Master’s degree in Engineering or similar
  • Strong written and communication tools
  • Ability to adapt to a fast-paced development schedule.


What's on Offer

  • Base compensation: £ 100k – 120k depending on experience
  • Cash bonus as defined by the group policies
  • Benefits in line with NatPower UK policies.
  • Probation period: 6 months
  • Notice period: 3 months
  • Starting date: ASAP
  • We shall require references.

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