Data Analyst NESO

About the role

National Energy System Operators (NESO) strength lies in our people. Together were shaping the future where clean affordable energy is accessible for all. Every day is an opportunity to make a real difference accelerating the progress of sustainable GB energy keeping people connected and society thriving as we create a brighter tomorrow.

The Data Analyst plays a key role in the Electricity National Control Centres future operating model helping ensure the data that underpins real-time electricity operations is accurate reliable and ready for decision-making. Working closely with Control Room Engineers and a wide range of internal and external stakeholders youll help maintain strong situational awareness across the control room.

Youll turn complex data into clear actionable insights that support leaders and teams at all levels. By collaborating across the organisation youll help identify high-impact challenges and develop practical data-driven solutions. Youll also contribute to building a strong data culture within the control room by sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues.

This role offers excellent learning and development opportunities including exposure to real-time operations cross-functional teams and the wider energy industry alongside opportunities for expert knowledge sharing.

This role is based in Wokingham and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants as well as flexible working arrangements.

Key accountabilities

• Ensure real-time operational data (SCADA market data outages weather inputs network models) is accurate reliable and fit for decision-making providing rapid support to control room teams.
• Act as the central point of contact for data issues working with internal teams and external partners to investigate root causes and drive lasting solutions.
• Produce clear dashboards KPIs and insights that help leaders understand operational performance and data impacts.
• Support the development of control room tools and future capabilities championing automation and improved data standards.
• Build data capability across the Control Room by mentoring colleagues and promoting effective data-led ways of working.

About you

We are seeking a proactive curious and detail-oriented individual with a strong engineering mindset ready to make their mark on the energy sector.

• Strong analytical skills with experience in data quality validation and root-cause analysis.
• Proven experience working with large time-series or operational datasets.
• Proficient in Excel SQL Python and data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI or Tableau).
• Comfortable solving complex problems in fast-paced time-critical environments.
• Able to communicate insights clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Min Bachelors degree in a relevant field wiith sufficient experience in a data analyst or similar role.

Research shows that some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. At NESO we believe potential comes in many forms and were committed to a fair inclusive recruitment process where everyone can show their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds to build a workforce that feels valued and respected and represents the communities we serve.

If this role sparks your interest but youre not sure you tick every box we still want to hear from you.

About whatll get

A competitive salary between 60000 - 75000 dependent on experience and capability.

As well as your base salary you will receive a bonus based on company performance 26 days annual leave as standard and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.

As we work towards creating a cleaner greener and more affordable future for all we also work towards creating a place for our teammates to belong with professional and personal growth and positive well-being.

• Full support and career-development resources to expand your skills enhance your expertise and maximise your potential along your career journey.
• A diverse and inclusive community of belonging where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table.
• Generous Total Rewards Plan comprising of health finance and wealth work/life balance and career benefits.
  
  

About us

In Autumn of 2024 the ESO transitioned to National Energy System Operator or NESO for short. Previously denoted as the Future System Operator (or FSO) the new National Energy System Operator is the independent body responsible for planning Great Britains electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system.

The ESO including all of its existing roles are now at the heart of the new National Energy System Operator. As NESO we will build on our existing roles capabilities and ways of working significantly to create an organisation the energy system and its users need. Our new capabilities will enable us to look across vectors including electricity natural gas and hydrogen and crucially consider the trade-offs between them.

The organisation is set up as a public corporation with its own Board of independent directors with complete operational independence from government the regulator and any and all commercial interest. As was the ESO NESO will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem through price control agreements and obligated to identify optimal solutions to system operations and planning in the most sustainable affordable and secure way for all.

The time to deliver is now. As part of our team you wont just be touching the lives of almost everyone in Great Britain youll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.

More information

This role closes on 19th January at 23:59 however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.

We work towards the highest standards in everything we do including how we support value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds and offer flexible and tailored support at home and in the office.

Were 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.

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