Electricity Distribution - Network Planner

National Grid; Alfreton CP; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Network Planner, where you'll design and manage electricity distribution projects. This role combines office and home working, allowing for flexibility after initial training. You'll engage with customers, local authorities, and stakeholders, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, resilience, and the ability to prioritize tasks. With a commitment to a clean energy future, this innovative firm offers a supportive environment for career growth and development.

Qualifications

• Understanding customer needs and strong communication skills are essential.
• Resilience and organization are key to managing your workload.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects including designing and costing electricity network assets.
• Communicate effectively with customers to manage expectations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Education

GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/Level 4

Functional Skills Level 2

Level 2 City & Guilds 2339

Tools

iPads

Computers

Job description

Electricity Distribution - Network Planner

We are currently recruiting for a Grade 4 Network Planner to join us at our Alfreton depot. Planners design our network and work with our Engineers to construct, reinforce, alter, and replace equipment. The role is fast-paced, and if you join us, our customers will trust you to provide excellent service and minimize any impact.

To apply, you need English and Maths GCSE at Grade C/Level 4 minimum OR Functional Skills Level 2 or above. Evidence of your qualifications will be required.

This role offers a hybrid working approach, combining office and home working. Hybrid working can only be considered once your initial training is complete and is subject to business needs.

Main Responsibilities

You will manage multiple projects simultaneously, including designing, costing, and quoting for existing and new electricity network assets. Your responsibilities include:

• Planning, preparing, and delivering new services, alterations, and small capital projects
• Conducting onsite meetings
• Collaborating with wayleaves/estates specialists to obtain third-party agreements for NGED assets
• Financially reviewing and closing projects
• Communicating effectively with customers to manage expectations and resolve queries
• Scheduling contracted works
• Engaging with local authorities and external stakeholders

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate understands customer needs and possesses strong communication skills to solve problems and explain issues clearly. You should be resilient, organized, and able to prioritize your workload, especially as you will manage your own diary. Teamwork skills are essential, and experience with iPads and computers is required. Mobility across the area is necessary, and a full UK driving license is essential for standby duties.

You may not have all the skills at present but should have the confidence and ability to reach the required standards through training. You will need to undertake a Level 2 City & Guilds 2339 qualification and complete TAR, which involves diary management and various tasks and reports.

*Initially, you may be appointed at a lower salary until training is completed.

National Grid Electricity Distribution is committed to safeguarding and will require a satisfactory DBS check, with screening levels depending on the role.

About Us

We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), responsible for the electricity distribution systems in the Midlands, Southwest England, and South Wales, serving over 8 million people. Our teams deliver heat, light, and power for homes and businesses.

With over 29,000 employees worldwide, we promote an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity. Our vision is to lead a clean, fair, and affordable energy future, focusing on renewable, low-carbon energy sources and efficiency to meet growing demand.

We value doing the right thing, finding better ways, and making things happen daily. We aim to help you build a meaningful career and bring energy to life through your expertise and technology.