Head of Planning + Network Improvement

Iberdrola; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company is seeking a Head of Planning Network Improvement in Wrexham, UK. This role focuses on optimizing performance and managing a multi-disciplined team for the distribution network. Ideal candidates will have engineering qualifications and proven experience in network design and team management. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including a 20% bonus and flexible working options.

Benefits

36 days annual leave

Healthcare benefits including Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme with double matching

Electric Vehicle Schemes

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience of distribution network design and programme planning.
• Proven experience of managing and developing a team.
• Ability to manage competing priorities using sound judgement.

Responsibilities

• Design and approve schemes enhancing network performance.
• Lead the development of a robust District delivery plan.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards.

Skills

Engineering / professional qualification

Distribution network design

Team management

Planning and programme management

Stakeholder engagement

Effective communication

Judgment and decision making

Regulatory and commercial acumen

Customer service delivery

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Title Head of Planning Network Improvement

Location: Wrexham

Salary: from £69,200 up to 20% bonus, family health cover, and car allowance.

Flexible Working Pattern

Help us create a better future quicker

Overview

Responsible for leading and developing a multi-disciplined team to optimise performance and design of the District distribution network ensuring there is a District wide delivery plan that prioritises and balances workload and workforce to achieve District goals. Responsible for ensuring compliance with multiple standards of commercial network design / security / stewardship engineering and technical with strict adherence to the appropriate regulatory licence obligations and safety legislation for the electricity distribution network.

What you’ll be doing

Design and approve schemes that leverage the full range of regulatory mechanisms to enhance network performance. Promote the integration of innovative solutions to meet system performance targets, maintain system integrity and deliver outputs efficiently and effectively.

Embed asset stewardship values into network design by applying sound engineering principles coordinated planning and fostering local ownership. This approach improves the safety integrity and longevity of the electrical network while supporting sustainable infrastructure development.

Collaborate with central teams across and beyond the Licence area to develop well-structured programmes of work. Ensure solutions are efficient and ready for seamless handover to Delivery aligning with business plan objectives and regulatory requirements.

Lead the development of a robust District delivery plan that balances local goals with regulatory outputs workforce planning outage management and incentive mechanisms. Maintain strong stakeholder and customer relationships uphold safety standards and ensure accurate reporting in compliance with Iberdrola and SPEN processes.

What you’ll bring

• Engineering / professional qualification or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience of distribution network design and programme planning.
• Proven experience of managing motivating coaching and developing a team.
• Expert planning and programme management skills and ability to match manpower requirements to future business needs.
• Track record of effective stakeholder and customer service engagement and management.
• Ability to communicate and present information effectively at all levels.
• Ability to manage competing priorities using sound judgement to determine options and solutions.
• Capability to manage and influence challenging discussions / situations at all levels.
• Understanding of key business drivers and the external commercial context in which SP is operating.
• Proven regulatory and commercial acumen with the ability to balance customer service operational delivery and financial performance.

Whats in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme we double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.

At ScottishPower we believe its the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your families wellbeing save for your future and take personal steps for climate action our benefits are designed to help you do just that – so that you have everything you need to take care of your world today and tomorrow. Thats why our benefits include :

• 36 days annual leave
• Holiday Purchase – perfect your work / life balance with extra annual leave
• Share Schemes
• Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding
• Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
• Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green / clean driving
• Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
• Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan, and annual Health Assessments.
• Life Assurance (4x salary)

Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support

Plus shopping leisure restaurant and gym discounts and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why SP Energy Networks

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the worlds largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make up the transmission network connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. Its a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland’s ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we’re taking it very seriously.

Were investing

£5.5 billion into our transmission network directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals in a global organisation.

Inclusion and diversity

Inclusion, diversity and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours so whatever your background you’ll fit right in.

Support for applicants

We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support please reach out.

Mobility

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If / when required the Company will support the employee with the necessary immigration requirements.