Electricity Distribution - Network Planner

TN United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Grade 6 Network Planner to join their Northampton depot. This role involves designing and managing high-voltage network projects while collaborating closely with engineers. Ideal candidates will have a strong electrical background and relevant qualifications, with excellent communication skills to coordinate effectively. Join a team committed to a clean and affordable energy future, where your contributions will impact millions. This dynamic position offers opportunities for growth and development in a supportive environment that values innovation and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Grade 5 Network Planner preferred.
• Electrical background and planning experience are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage electricity network projects from setup to completion.
• Coordinate with engineers and resolve customer complaints.

Skills

Project Design

Costing and Quoting

Communication Skills

Resilience

Organization

Education

GCSE English and Maths Grade C/Level 4

Level 2 City & Guilds 2339

Level 3 City & Guilds 2339 (if not attained)

Tools

iPads

Computers

Relevant Software

Job description

About Us

We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England, and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light, and power for homes and businesses.

National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace that celebrates the cultures, personalities, and preferences of our colleagues, who help build our business's success and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair, and affordable energy future, focusing on tackling climate change, exploring renewable energy sources, and improving efficiency to meet demand.

Job Introduction

We are recruiting a Grade 6 Network Planner to join our Northampton/Milton Keynes depot. Planners design our network and collaborate with Engineers to construct, reinforce, alter, and replace equipment. The role is fast-paced, requiring you to provide excellent service and minimize impact on customers.

Applicants should have at least English and Maths GCSE Grade C/Level 4, or Functional Skills Level 2 or above. A Level 2 City & Guilds 2339 or equivalent qualification is required, with evidence of qualifications needed. If not already attained, Level 3 City & Guilds 2339 must be completed.

Join us to impact how people heat, light, and fuel their homes, businesses, and vehicles. Keep reading and apply.

*Note: Initial appointment may be at a lower salary until relevant courses and training are completed.

Main Responsibilities

• Project design, costing, quoting, and the replacement/diversion/reinforcement of electricity network assets, primarily on the high-voltage network.
• Prepare capital projects and coordinate off-site activities.
• Design schemes in line with Engineering Directives.
• Prepare plans, schematics, wayleaves, notices, material schedules, terms, quotations, and agreements.
• Coordinate with Grade 7 Network Planner to meet network requirements.
• Determine project scope, methods, and costs; approve projects.
• Resolve customer complaints.
• Manage scheme files from setup to completion.
• Monitor costs, identify variances, and implement corrective actions.
• Visit sites and work from developer plans.

Join our 6,700 colleagues committed to a clean, fair, and affordable energy future. We offer a supportive, rewarding environment that empowers success. Our values include doing the right thing, finding better ways, and making things happen. We aim to help you build a career you can be proud of, using your expertise and the latest technology.

Ideal candidates may already have experience as a Grade 5 Network Planner, understanding procedures, standards, and customer needs. Alternatively, candidates with an electrical background and relevant qualifications, such as internal electrical planning experience, are encouraged to apply. Strong communication skills are essential for coordinating jobs and explaining issues clearly. As the role involves diary control, resilience, organization, and workload prioritization are important. Team players with a proactive, consultative approach thrive here. Experience with iPads, computers, and relevant software is required. Mobility around the area may be necessary for standby duties.

National Grid Electricity Distribution is committed to safeguarding the interests of the Company, colleagues, and customers. This role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check, with screening levels depending on the role. Some roles require triannual checks.

You may not possess all skills initially but will have the confidence and ability to reach standards with appropriate training.