Graduate Asset Management - Electricity Distribution

About us
National Grid is at the heart of the energy future, and our people are at the heart of National Grid. We’re 30,000 colleagues strong.  In the UK, National Grid don’t generate or sell energy – we join the dots to get energy from A to B. From making a cup of tea in the morning, to keeping the lights on in hospitals, our electricity network puts power in the hands of people. Without it, the world as we know it would grind to a halt.

The world of energy is changing beyond recognition as we focus on building a cleaner, greener future. Working at National Grid, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in the UK – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come. 

Our values and principles
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you require.

About the role
The Asset Optimisation team is developing processes that seek to ensure that benefits are maximised for the investment that is made on the network. 

A significant proportion of NGED’s annual capital investment is spent replacing network assets due to their condition, we need to identify those in greatest need of replacement.  Growth in low carbon technology and the decarbonisation of energy will lead to increased loads on the network requiring more capacity to be provided.  Furthermore there are a range of investments made to deal with specific safety issues, network reliability or legislative compliance.  Optimisation looks within and across each activity area to direct the best mix of activities.

The role naturally incorporates significant amounts of data analysis, interpretation of regulatory and business requirements and development of optimisation rules.

The team is also is involved with aspects of regulatory reporting and business planning and therefore combines financial and engineering aspects of the business.

About you
You’re committed to developing yourself, always ready to ask questions of your colleagues in order to learn, and keen to do your own research and find out as much as you possibly can about your subject.

You’re willing to work hard and able to quickly pick things up. You can give and take feedback and contribute to your team in a meaningful way. 

What you'll need
Are you an ambitious and committed graduate who has attained (or are predicted to attain) a minimum of a 2:2 in one of the following subjects:

• Electrical/Electronic/Combined or Power Engineering
• Energy Management
• Math / Statistics / Physics
• Digital, ICT or Computer Studies
• Geography or Environmental Studies
• Business or Economics
• Other STEM subject

Location
Based in NGED Asset Management and Ops Support Team. Base location will be discussed with successful candidates. 

Application Deadline
We recruit on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close our vacancies once we have enough applications. We encourage you to apply as early as possible to ensure you obtain the place you want in the application process. 
 
Assessment centres will be held from December 2023 onwards.

What you'll get
We are proud to offer a starting salary of £33,154 (Bachelor’s) or £34,300 (Master’s).

As a first step to your career in the energy industry, our Graduate Programmes are like no other! You’ll gain an insight into how we work at National Grid, understand what a career with us can offer, and receive some great rewards and benefits:

• £2,000 bonus, once joined and started on programme
• 26 days holiday
• £2,400 payment on successful completion of the programme
• Up to £200 per month accommodation allowance as you move around the business, and additional annual leave for when you move between placements plus assistance with moving personal belongings
• Cost of living allowance (inner London, Metropolitan and Outer Metropolitan areas)
• Other benefits include pension and share-option schemes, Flexible Benefits, close mentorship and regular feedback, and volunteering opportunities

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At National Grid, 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.

Our goal is to drive, develop and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation from diverse teams & perspectives and business need. We are committed to building a workforce so we can represent the communities we serve and have a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.