The Head of Asset Management reports to the Director of Commercial and Asset Management and is accountable for delivering maximum value from asset base now and into the future across the full asset lifecycle, with the ultimate purpose of generating solutions to satisfy NGED that can satisfy the market need.
This is a highly visible leadership position and will require you to contribute to the overall network strategy and achievements of regulatory incentives by taking strategic leadership of the asset management function within NGED.
The Head of Asset Management will lead the creation and maintenance of asset strategies, define the short, medium and long term asset needs for the ED business. They are responsible for producing long term asset strategy optimising the current and future asset work programmes to deliver value across the price control deliverables and regulatory framework and funding,, assuring effective asset data records and management information and provision of asset and climate modelling information to shape strategies and support decision making in relation to assets.
As a senior leader, you will be expected to drive change management and thought leadership as well take accountability for asset strategy and change management across the business, including establishing the climate adaption approach.
This role is based out of our Warwick or Stand office, and we’d hope to see you at least two days per week but you’re welcome to be in the office more often if that would work best for you. We’re happy to discuss any additional flexibility in working patterns or requirements that you feel could help to make this job work for you!
Key Accountabilities
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in commerce/business or engineering or Chartered Engineer.
- Leading the overall long-term business unit strategy, drive change management, contribute to overall network strategy and the achievement of regulatory incentives.
- Take ownership of the asset requirements of ED, implement our long-term asset management strategy, and deliver maximum commercial value from our asset base.
- Accountable for asset optimisation for the entire existing asset base, now and into the future, developing solutions that achieve needs.
- Develop and assure asset management practices, aligning engineering policy and ensuring business adoption to ensure compliance and best practice.
- Accountable for managing performance with clear and focused management information that support risk mitigation.
- Ensure that asset management policies and actions are optimised with reference to the regulatory framework and funding.
- Act as steward for the Asset Management function, building and developing talent and securing effective succession plans.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At National Grid, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for everyone. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.
What You'll Get
Competitive Base Salary dependent on experience and comprehensive senior leader reward package.
Further Information
This is a hybrid working role from our Warwick or Strand office with circa 2 days in the office. The closing date for this vacancy is Midnight 31 July 25, with interviews due to take place w/c 4 August 25 onwards. We encourage candidates to submit their applications as early as possible and not to wait until the published closing date. National Grid’s recruitment periods can and may vary. We reserve the right to remove this advert or close it to further applications at any point during the recruitment process.
About Us
Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business
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.
