Network Asset Engineer - East Midlands, United Kingdom - Cadent

Cadent

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East Midlands, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

**Description

Location:
Hybrid - East Midlands

Role Type:
Permanent

Salary:
£43,439 - £51,104 depending on skills and experience

Setting the standards all of our customers will love and others will aspire to

At Cadent we're excited to be part of the future of UK energy One thing we know for sure - this last year has shown us that when we combine our brand with the talent of Cadent employees, we create something special.

We've got a clear roadmap that willboth drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving their net zero target by 2050.

We're making a difference through innovation and new ways of working.

Together we're shaping/creating a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers who we put at the heart of everything we do.

The Opportunity

As a Network Asset Engineer, you'll take a lead role in the creation and delivery of the networks's Asset Management Plans.

You will optimise the balance of cost, risk and performance of the network assets in line with our legal and regulatory obligations,whilst meeting customer and stakeholder expectations.

Day to Day Duties

Be a lead contributor to the development of a comprehensive investment plan to deliver the Network Asset Management Plan (NAMP), including option scoping, the evaluation of investment options using whole life costing principles, the approach for acquiringnew assets and contingency planning
Be a lead contributor to the development of a comprehensive NAMP for your network that will deliver the requirements of Cadent's Asset Management Strategy, using recognised Decision Support Tools
Lead the implementation of elements of the NAMP, including an understanding of resourcing and delivery strategies to drive delivery of asset improvements described in the NAMP
Drive asset data capture to ensure we have complete and highquality asset records which enable understanding of risk and condition to support asset management decision making
Develop your own capability and that of the extended asset management team to influence and deliver our rolling annual plan, including the culture and competence requirements of the team
Collaborate with the network leadership team and delivery partners to ensure the intended Time, Quality and Cost outcomes of individual Asset Management Projects are met
Take a lead on delivering elements of a programme of improved asset data quality to support effective decisionmaking
Manage and assess the progress and performance of elements of the NAMP, including risk identification and mitigation, and compliance assurance
Promote the advancement of asset management knowledge throughout the network
Support the ongoing accreditation of ISO55001 through effective engagement in and review of the asset management system at a network level
Account for network performance and recovery plans at Cadent Performance Committee
Ensure and promote compliance with Cadent policies, standards and procedures with accountability for effective resolution of any noncompliances identified, including supporting any reviews and investigations as required
Effectively manage risk as required to fully execute the purpose of the role
Be responsible for whole life asset management and decision making for the assigned asset class

What you'll bring

Qualifications:

A STEM or Asset Management qualification beyond A Level standard
Incorporated Engineer or equivalent recognised certification in Asset Management (e.g. IAM Certificate / Diploma)
Desirable: Membership of professional institution relevant to the role ideally to Chartered Status

Practical Experience

Ordered and critical thinker with strong delivery mindset
Great communicator, influencer and collaborator
Experience of scoping and influencing the selection and delivery of engineering projects
Experience of using project controls to predict, understand and influence the outcomes of your projects
Experience of using tools and data to support decision making
Asset management and investment planning for a gas or utility type asset base
Working with complex engineering assets
Knowledge of internal and external audit processes
Deep understanding of Asset Management principles, processes and techniques
Financial and business acumen
A strong understanding of Cadent's gas transportation assets
Understanding and knowledge of regulatory frameworks for asset intensive organisations, particularly RIIO
The ability to interpret complex technical information and data to construct effective solutions

**What We Can Offer