Plant Policy Engineer

Electricity North West; Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Plant Policy Engineer, where you will lead the charge in developing engineering strategies that align with the UK’s net zero carbon goals. You will play a crucial role in shaping policies for plant assets at all voltage levels, ensuring compliance and operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a sustainable energy future while being part of a passionate team dedicated to innovation and community impact. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive work environment, your expertise will help drive the transformation of the electricity industry in the North West.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

25 days annual leave

Car allowance or Company Vehicle

Private Healthcare

Employee rewards portal

Market-leading pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum five years experience in electricity distribution networks.
• Preferably hold HV and LV operational authorisation.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and management of company policies.
• Conduct technical investigations into equipment defects.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Policy Development

Technical Investigations

Compliance Management

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Membership of the IET

Job description

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We’re champions of the North West and we’re proud that it’s our electricity network that connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between.

A key part of the UK’s journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of our electricity industry to enable clean, green economic growth. As the North West’s electricity network operator, it’s our responsibility to lead the way, help the region decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy and a sustainable energy future for all.

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.

Together we have the energy to transform our communities. We are switched on. We are adaptable. We take pride.

Our Role

As The Plant Policy Engineer, You Will Support The Development And Delivery Of Electricity North West Limited’s Engineering Strategies Associated With Its Use Of Equipment At All Voltage Levels, With Responsibility For The Following

• Support the Plant Policy Manager, and as required other policy managers within Engineering Strategy, with the development and management of company policies & standards relating to the design, installation (including civil requirements), operation & maintenance of all plant assets.
• Support the Plant Policy Manager to ensure policies & standards are consistent with the company’s risk profile & business planning.
• Supporting the Approval, Auditing and Witnessing Testing for new and retrofit equipment for use on the network including travel as required.
• Perform technical investigations into equipment defects and mal-operations and completing Plant Modification development as required.
• Work with Operations and the Academy to ensure compliance with approved policy.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Technical Electrical Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Membership of the IET and actively working towards chartered member (or evidence of continuous professional development).
• Minimum of five years experience in a combination of the following, Substation plant and equipment, planning, construction and maintenance of electricity distribution networks is essential.
• Preferably hold an HV and LV operational authorisation.
• A detailed understanding of electrical engineering of distribution networks.
• A practical knowledge and experience of Electricity North West’s existing policies and practices across all activities including network design, construction activities at each of the voltages
  
  

What We’re Offering

As a vital team member and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach and commitment, we'll provide a favourable salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team. We are committed to ensuring our people are supported and are proud of our reward and benefits offer, which includes:

• An annual bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service
• Car allowance or Company Vehicle
• 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 people are important to us and we’re passionate about creating a great place to work where we can all be ourselves, reach our full potential and build long lasting careers. We’re striving to increase diversity of thought and talent in our people and to recruit highly skilled workforce that’s representative of the communities we serve. For us, embracing our differences is what makes us stronger.

Should you require any additional support with your application, or any adjustments please contact our Recruitment team at [e-mail] or on 0845 366 0092 (option 2)

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Utilities

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