Grid Access Operations Manager
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£54,000
Going rate
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1123 (63% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £54,000, and Siemens Energy Limited is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
Worth checking: this could also be SOC 1259 (Managers and proprietors in other services not elsewhere classified), which is not on the eligible-occupation list. Ask Siemens Energy Limited what the duties actually are.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1123 Production managers and directors in mining and energy Most likely code | £37,800 | £43,200 | £48,600 | £54,000 |
1259 Managers and proprietors in other services not elsewhere classified Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
1241 Managers in transport and distribution Also possible | £33,400 | £44,900 | £44,900 | £44,900 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Job ID
304339 Location United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Homeworking and Teleworking HomeRemote vs. Office
Remote onlyCompany
Siemens Energy LimitedOrganization
Grid TechnologiesBusiness Unit
ServiceFull / Part time
Full-timeExperience Level
Professional / Experienced A Snapshot of Your DayAs the Grid Access Operations Manager within Siemens Energy’s Grid Lifecycle Services, you will promote and embed Siemens Energy’s ‘Zero Harm’ culture across the Grid Access Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Team. Your role will involve monitoring the safety performance of the Operations Team and proactively implementing measures to ensure zero EHS incidents. You will deliver the strategy for all service requirements on new and existing projects, manage all 24/7 operational requirements, and monitor contractual and financial performance across all Grid Access O&M activities. Leading, managing, and developing GA Hub Managers and Operations teams will be key, as will ensuring timely completion of monthly contract reviews to meet business objectives in line with governance and compliance requirements. You will also initiate and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance business area performance and profitability.How You’ll Make an Impact
- Provide the delivery strategy for all operational requirements on new and existing projects, continually monitoring its effectiveness and adapting where required.
- Liaise with Siemens Energy department managers involved in delivering GA O&M projects/contracts to ensure seamless collaboration.
- Ensure GA O&M projects/contracts maximize gross margin and work closely with Finance and Commercial teams to forecast and deliver financial targets.
- Deliver high QHSE standards on all sites, ensuring operational staff understand their QHSE responsibilities, including the investigation and reporting of incidents.
What You’ll Bring
- A degree in an engineering-related subject or 10 years of industry experience.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a management function in the Electricity Transmission & Distribution Industry, with project and contract management experience.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in negotiation.
- Full knowledge of governance and compliance procedures associated with project delivery and tendering.
- Understanding of CDM Regulations, current H&S legislation, and risk management processes.
About the Team
Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.
Who is Siemens Energy?At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world’s electricity generation.
Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.
Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo
Our Commitment to Diversity
Rewards/Benefits
- Opportunities to work with a global team.
- Opportunities to work on and lead a variety of innovative projects.
- Medical benefits.
- Remote/Flexible work.
- Time off/Paid holidays and parental leave.
- Continual learning through the Learn@Siemens-Energy platform.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Production managers and directors in mining and energy (SOC 1123) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~12k in sample- Middle half £47,528–~72,280
- Median £59,904
- Going rate £54,000
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £37,800–48,600
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Siemens Energy Limited holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1123 going rate of £54,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.