Energy Storage Connections Manager – Battery Energy Storage (BESS)

• Oversee compliance with G99/G100, grid codes, and technical connection standards.
• Prepare and submit grid connection applications, reviewing offers and negotiating optimal terms.
• Provide strategic insight on network trends, connection availability, and innovation opportunities in the flexibility and storage market.
• Lead the end-to-end grid connection process for BESS and renewable energy projects.
• Manage relationships with DNOs, TOs, and National Grid ESO, ensuring smooth and transparent communication throughout.
• Monitor policy and regulatory developments affecting grid access and storage integration.
• Analyse grid capacity, constraint data, and connection queue positions to inform site selection and investment decisions.

If you are experienced in Grid Connections within the energy sector with an understanding of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) this is a fantastic opportunity of offer. In the role, you’ll lead on securing, managing, and optimising grid connections for their portfolio of BESS and hybrid renewable energy projects. You’ll work closely with the development, engineering, and delivery teams to ensure each project achieves the best possible commercial and technical outcomes. This position would suit someone at the earlier part of there career with a passion/interest in renewable energy or low carbon solutions.

As their project pipeline grows, we’re looking for a skilled Grid Connection Manager to take ownership of all grid-related activities — from feasibility and application to energisation — ensuring our battery storage projects are delivered efficiently and in full compliance with regulatory and technical standards.

• An understanding of UK DNO/TO/NGESO processes and connection agreements.
• Demonstrable experience managing grid connections for battery storage, solar, or renewable generation projects.
• Knowledge of grid flexibility markets, ancillary services, and network innovation initiatives.
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and technical negotiation.
• An understanding of grid codes, G99/G100, and relevant engineering standards.
• Degree in Engineering, Power Systems, technical, engineering, Geography, Geology, Economics , Environmental Science field or a related field.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.

• £43,000 - £45,000 Basic + Package + Training & Technical Progression + Benefits
• Flexible working environment (Hybrid – 3 days a week in office/ 2 days work from home)
• Chance to contribute to a sustainable energy future
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and chartership support.