Data Scientist

Enwl; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical utility provider in the UK is seeking a Data Scientist for their Reliability Performance team in Manchester. The successful candidate will provide insights through data analysis to enhance network performance and reduce customer interruptions. Required qualifications include an HNC in a related discipline and strong skills in data analysis tools such as SQL and Power BI. This role offers an annual bonus, private healthcare, and a market-leading pension scheme.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

25 days annual leave

Private Healthcare

Employee rewards portal

Market-leading contributory pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills in data science and related disciplines.
• Ability to present complex data effectively.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards like Ofgem.

Responsibilities

• Provide insight-driven analysis to enhance network performance.
• Maximize existing assets and reduce customer interruptions.
• Ensure data integrity in fault reporting systems.

Skills

Data analysis skills

SQL

Power BI

Excel

Python/R

Understanding of electricity distribution networks

Excellent communication

Cross-team collaboration

Education

HNC level qualification in Data Science, Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics

Job description

SP Electricity North West manages and invests in the power network that supplies electricity to the 2.4m homes and businesses across the North West. Our 2,400 colleagues manage the 13,000km of overhead lines, 44,000km of underground cables and thousands of electricity substations to keep power flowing and supporting green growth. We're one of six distribution network operators in the UK and are regulated by Ofgem.

We're proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry's most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference.

Now part of the Iberdrola and ScottishPower group, we're collectively building smarter, greener electricity networks that will get Britain growing by investing in a better future, quicker.

Our Reliability Performance team has a fantastic opportunity for a Data Scientist to join them in Manchester for a 12 month fixed term period.

The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Our role

The Data Scientist plays a critical role within the Reliability Performance Team by providing insight-driven analysis that supports improved network performance, cost efficiency, regulatory compliance, and customer outcomes. The role focuses on maximising the value of existing assets, reducing customer interruptions, ensuring data integrity in fault reporting systems, and driving investment in supply automation and supply restoration strategies through collaborative cross-departmental engagement.

What we're looking for

• HNC level qualification in Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline;
• Strong data analysis skills using SQL, Power BI, Excel, and/or Python/R;
• Understanding of electricity distribution networks, asset reliability, and fault performance metrics;
• Familiarity with regulatory standards such as Ofgem reporting and NaFIRs;
• Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration abilities;
• Ability to present complex data in an actionable and engaging format.

What we're offering

• An annual bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service
• Private Healthcare
• An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
• A market-leading contributory pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We're proud to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that embracing our differences makes us stronger.

If you need any adjustments or support during the application process, please contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail] or call 0845 366 0092 (option 2).

Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by SP Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a Drug & Alcohol test.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable.