Senior Capacity Market Controller

EirGrid Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EirGrid Group is seeking a Senior Controller to support the Capacity Market and the Renewable Energy Support Scheme (RESS). The role focuses on preparing and analysing information to support business processes within Capacity Funding and Delivery, with responsibility for developing and operating processes in the capacity funding area.

You will co-ordinate work to high standards in line with Grid Code, Trading and Settlement Codes, SEMOpx rules, Capacity Market Rules and RESS Terms and

Qualifications

• Third-level qualification in Business, IT, Finance or related discipline.
• Experience coordinating and overseeing delivery of key tasks within a team environment.
• Proven track record of establishing and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Good time management and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communicator, able to convey information clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with high accuracy in work outputs.
• Comfortable presenting to large groups.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office/Microsoft 365 applications.
• Familiarity with Ireland’s electricity market (I-SEM), Capacity Market, RESS, DCEE policy context, and broader EU state-aid energy policies is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Risk Management and Escalation: Identify operational risks and issues and propose practical solutions, escalating complex matters to the Manager and Head of Function as appropriate.
• Market Participant Support and Dispute Resolution: Resolve general customer queries within defined KPIs, acting as second‑line support where required. Co‑ordinate the resolution of disputes in line with relevant market codes and procedures.
• Systems, Testing and Change Management: Conduct planned technical testing of internal systems following system changes. Co‑ordinate system testing and change management activities with IT to support end users.
• Governance, Records and Audit: Maintain records to a high standard and support the team’s contributions to internal and external audits.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise regularly with key stakeholders, including Suppliers, Generators, Regulators, Interconnector Administrators and Government Departments, maintaining a high level of customer service at all times.
• Reporting and Data Presentation: Produce a range of internal and external reports on market data. Present market data to internal and external stakeholders on a regular basis.
• Team Capability Development: Co‑ordinate and plan colleague training and provide ongoing support to Controllers on key deliverables.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Time management

Communication skills

Numeracy

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/IT/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

EirGrid Group is seeking a Senior Controller to support the Capacity Market and the Renewable Energy Support Scheme (RESS). The role focuses on preparing and analysing information to support business processes within Capacity Funding and Delivery, with responsibility for developing and operating processes in the capacity funding area.

You will co-ordinate work to high standards in line with Grid Code, Trading and Settlement Codes, SEMOpx rules, Capacity Market Rules and RESS Terms and