Jobs in Leatherhead, england

Head of Assets (Electricity)

ESP Utilities is currently looking for a Head of Assets to help with the continued relationships that we have with ICPs and Developers for the build out of networks under the asset adoption process are key to achieving compliance.

As part of the senior management team this role will ensure that these networks meet statutory and regulatory requirements by setting and maintaining policy, procedure and technical standards and providing Tier 2 assurance of our electrical processes.

The role will have a broad range of knowledge across electricity distribution with particular experience of EHV networks, network development and policy setting.

This role will fulfil a primary leadership position and will be expected to liaise and communicate with the ESPUG Executive team and the Board when required to do so. The role Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of collaboration, safety, and high performance.

The role should be aware of regulatory change with regards to policy such as Access SCR, TCR etc and hold active engagement with industry bodies such as the ENA and INA.

Role Purpose

• The Head of Assets (Electricity) will be responsible ensuring that current and future networks comply with ESP’s standards, industry standards and legislation.
• This role will engage with industry and regulatory forums alongside the Regulations Team to ensure that ESPUG complies with and manages the risk of regulatory reform and will develop and implement a strategy and action plan to ensure that ESPUG has suitable Policy to address compliance of networks.
• Identifies and develops opportunities that arise commercially, battery storage, EV, new technology etc
• A key member of the senior management team with input into discussions and decisions regarding operational, commercial, and regulatory issues.
• Manage budget and financial performance for asset management activities, ensuring cost-efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
• Develop and implement a strategic risk management framework for electricity assets, ensuring that risks are proactively identified, assessed, and mitigated."
• Lead the response to crisis situations and network emergencies, ensuring swift recovery and minimal disruption
• Represent the ESPUG at industry forums, workshops, meetings etc. as and when required.
• Understand sector risks and take a lead on industry innovation and future energy scenarios.
• Provides processes, reporting and assurance frameworks to ensure safety & compliance requirements are met including retention of Company accreditations.

Key Responsibilities

Accountable for ensuring that the Electric Compliance is met by :

Accountable for developing and maintaining ESP’s Asset Management Policy, processes and accreditations by :

Accountable for Customer support by :

Accountable for maintaining accreditations by :

Accountable for Network performance by :

Key Skills