Energy Portfolio Specialist
This role oversees all grid-related activities across an evolving energy portfolio, encompassing early-stage connection applications through to delivery, commissioning, and ongoing optimisation.
* Develop and deliver the organisation's grid asset strategy across Ireland and the UK.
* Stay ahead of key regulatory and grid developments, contributing insights to consultations and industry forums.
* Interpret complex technical grid policy, identifying and shaping opportunities for new and existing projects.
* Represent the business in discussions with TSO/DSO and industry bodies.
* Identify optimal grid connection opportunities, both location and technology.
* Scope, assess, and negotiate technical and commercial elements across generation and storage projects, including EPC and supply chain engagements.
Key Requirements:
* Deep knowledge of UK and Ireland grid connections, testing, and compliance processes.
* Proven experience managing the end-to-end grid connection lifecycle: site selection, feasibility, applications, offers, design, commissioning/testing, and energisation.
* Strong understanding of grid value drivers (constraints, curtailments, firmness, TLAFs, etc.).
* Ability to work independently and deliver to deadlines, with sound judgement on when to collaborate.
* Confident stakeholder engagement across the ecosystem: TSO/DSO, equipment manufacturers, contractors, and internal teams.
* Experience conducting feasibility assessments for new sites.
* Solid understanding of Grid Code requirements across a range of asset types (thermal, renewable, solar, flexible demand).
* Knowledge of power markets and commercial value drivers is an advantage.