Gas Network Analyst

National Energy System Operator; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on company performance

26 days annual leave

Contributory pension with 12% max

NESO Savings Plan with 50% match

Job summary

The Gas Network Analyst role at National Energy System Operator (NESO) in Warwick supports independent strategic advice on the gas national transmission system, developing hydraulic simulation scenarios to inform future network planning and licence obligations.

The position is based in Warwick with hybrid working from office and home, open to full-time applicants and flexible arrangements. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience with gas network analysis or similar large-scale networks.
• Ability to analyse data and develop credible recommendations.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent written communication.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with gas network analyst peers to deliver network scenarios.
• Run gas scenario simulations and model the gas network to meet business needs.
• Assess national transmission capability, identify issues, and propose interventions.
• Document, visualise, and communicate results to stakeholders for decision making.
• Ensure delivery of Gas System Planner licence obligations with NESO teams.
• Maintain clear records and repeatable analyses for future planning and design.

Skills

Numerical ability

Problem solving

Written communication

Gas network understanding

Data analysis

Job description

About The Role

The Gas Network Analyst role is part of a team that will provide independent strategic advice and recommendations on the gas national transmission system. This will include undertaking network analysis on the networks capability to review both the current and future needs across a range of supply and demand scenarios. The Gas network analyst roles will apply this knowledge and analytical expertise to develop a range of hydraulic simulation scenarios to support NESO to understand future needs and support our Gas System Planner licence obligations. This role is based in Warwick and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.

Key Accountabilities

• Work in partnership with gas network analyst peers within Gas Network Planning team
• Undertake a range of gas scenario simulations and models of the gas network to deliver a range of business requirements
• Analyse the capability of the national transmission system capability identifying potential issues and engaging with stakeholders to develop recommendations for interventions
• Lead on effectively documenting, visualising, and communicating the results of analyses to a range of internal and external stakeholders to inform decision making and future network planning and design
• Work with wider NESO teams to ensure the delivery of Gas System Planner licence obligations
• Lead on effectively documenting, visualising, and communicating the results of analyses to a range of internal and external stakeholders to inform decision making and future network planning and design

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK by the start of employment. Visa sponsorship may not be available for this role and will be considered in line with business requirements.

About You

We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who:

• Passionate about the energy and supporting NESO and industry in the transformation of the GB energy sector
• Understanding of the factors that impact the movement of gas
• Experience of problem solving and analysing larger amounts of data
• Stronge numerical ability and logical thinking
• Strong communicator with excellent writing skills.

What You'll Get

A competitive salary of £47,000 - £54,000 dependent on experience and capability

As well as your base salary, NESO's core benefits are the essential perks and advantages that form part of your employee package.

• You will receive a bonus based on company performance
• 26 days annual leave as standard
• A competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%
• Annual Enrollment to NESO Savings Plan, when you save between £20- £500 a month from your take-home pay, we will pay a 50% matching contribution

Benefits

NESO's flexible benefits programme provides you with more flexibility around your health, lifestyle and protection benefits, here's just a few available:

• Flexible Bank Holidays & Holiday Trading
• Additional Birthday Day Off
• Cycle to Work Scheme, Retail & Gym Discounts
• Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & Personal Accident Insurance

About Us

At the National Energy System Operator (NESO), we play a vital role in tackling climate change and securing Great Britain's energy future. We already operate the world's fastest decarbonising electricity system and are working towards our ambition to run it carbon-free for a short period this year - provided the market supplies electricity exclusively from renewable sources.

Alongside this, we provide expert advice to government on how to deliver a clean power system by 2030.

In autumn 2024, the Electricity System Operator (ESO) transitioned to become NESO - an independent, expert public corporation with a whole-system view across electricity, gas, and hydrogen. NESO operates independently and transparently, always acting in the best interests of all energy users.

Licensed and regulated by Ofgem, we make impartial decisions that balance sustainability, affordability and security. Our organisation is fully independent from government, the regulator and all commercial interests, with a clear focus on system-wide benefit, long term thing and public value.

The time to deliver is now. Join the energy transformation and help shape the future.

Your energy. Our future. Together

National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

More Information

This role closes at 23:59, on the day before date shown above, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.

Research shows that some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. At NESO, we believe potential comes in many forms and we're committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment

We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential. If this role sparks your interest but you're not sure you tick every box, we still want to hear from you. process where everyone has the opportunity to show their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds.