Control System Data Technician

Alternative Networks (now part of Daisy Group); Ipswich; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility provider in Ipswich is seeking a Control System Data Technician to manage the control system diagram and related data. The ideal candidate will have relevant industry experience and strong knowledge of the distribution network. Responsibilities include maintaining the Control Diagram, engaging with cross-functional teams, and ensuring data accuracy. The position offers competitive salary and benefits including a pension plan and annual leave.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays

Personal Pension Plan

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate with other departments and improve processes.
• Experience with the network control function.
• Diagram and data administrator beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Modify and maintain the graphical schematic representation of the Control Diagram.
• Liaison with operational staff to ensure the accuracy of data sources.
• Provide diagram administration services to support Control System functionality.

Skills

Relevant industry experience

Sound knowledge of the distribution network from LV to 132kV

Good working knowledge in Microsoft Excel

Education

City and Guilds 2339

Tools

PowerOn DMS

Job description

Overview

81387 - Control System Data Technician. This role reports to the Control Systems Diagram Manager and works within Network Operations based in our Fore Hamlet office. This is a permanent employee position.

Salary: £39,283 with a 3% bonus. Close Date: 7 October 2025.

Job Purpose

The role of Control Systems Data Technician is to maintain the control system diagram and associated data for EPN, LPN and SPN networks. The quality of our control system diagram ensures a positive impact on safety, performance and reporting which aligns with UK Power Networks vision and values.

Principal Accountabilities

• Modify and maintain the graphical schematic representation of the Control Diagram.
• Modify and maintain the electrical connectivity model of the Control Diagram.
• Modify and maintain the hierarchical data model supporting the Control System data.
• Modify and maintain plant and asset data relating to Control System devices.
• Modify and maintain the DERMs world on behalf of the DSO team.
• Operate the SAN (System Alteration Notice) process to ensure accurate and efficient maintenance of the control system diagram.
• Liaison with Control and SCADA commissioning teams to ensure accurate representation of the control network diagram.
• Liaison with operational field staff and asset management staff to ensure the accuracy of data sources with a view to improvement.
• Provide diagram administration services to the Control Systems and Automation team to support new Control System functionality, Quality of Supply and Improvement plans.
• Provide Call linking or Low and Grounded conductors storm role.
• Quality assurance of the SAN and data modification process.

Nature and Scope

The Control Systems Data Technician reports to the Control Systems Diagram Manager within the Control Systems and Automation team. The team is dedicated to making UK Power Networks Control Systems world class. The team goal is to improve safety, application performance, innovation, data accuracy and usability with a view to reduce CI's and CML's whilst maximising return on investment. The role contributes to providing a Control System solution and service that is accessible and beneficial to the entire business.

You will participate in the dynamic and efficient daily operation of the Diagram Administration team. In 2024 the Diagram Administration team processed 13,000 SAN changes, 6,500 general modifications, 4,000 minor system enhancements, 2,500 modifications related to quality of supply and project-based work, and 140,500 EPN Pole Renumbering circuits in addition to other support roles to the Control Systems and Automation team. It is our ambition to be regarded as an industry leader in Control Systems and Automation. The role holder must have the ability to operate with this vision.

Qualifications

You will have a sound understanding of the distribution network and can demonstrate a commitment towards safety and meeting business targets. You should be able to communicate with other departments and improve processes.

• Relevant industry experience.
• Have or be working towards a City and Guilds 2339.
• Sound knowledge of the distribution network from LV to 132kV.
• Experience with the network control function.
• Diagram and data administrator beneficial.
• PowerOn DMS or other graphical editor toolsets beneficial.
• Good working knowledge in Microsoft Excel.

Benefits

• 25 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays.
• Reservist Leave – Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid.
• Personal Pension Plan – Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%).
• Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan.
• Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes.
• Occupational Health support.
• Switched On – scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Health & Safety

Managers and supervisors carry legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and others potentially affected by the work. Employees must understand health and safety risks and apply controls to manage them to acceptable levels.

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