Director - Gas Operations

Scottish Power

The Role

Overview

Oversee gas construction and field operations across regions, ensuring safety and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

  • system maintenance
  • transmission construction
  • emergency ops
  • strategy planning
  • interregional coordination
  • safety programs

Tasks

-Represents the Company before governmental, regulatory bodies, and other public forums as required. (5%,S) -Directs the coordination and general supervision of operating regions, which may include system maintenance and construction of transmission and distribution systems within the regions. Oversees emergency operations within the regions. (35%,P) -Develops and recommends long and short-range objectives and programs, together with supporting operating and maintenance costs, to attain customer service, business, and financial targets. (20%,P) -Assures that an effective working relationship with bargaining unit employees is maintained, and contract commitments are consistent with accepted practice and customer-focused, business philosophy. (5%,S) -Assures that adequate interdepartmental communication and coordination, division of responsibilities, and controls are employed by each segment of operations to accomplish assigned tasks in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Works with peers on interregional coordination activities. (15%,P) -Trains and instructs subordinates and assures compliance with established policies, practices, and operating procedures. Fosters an environment of safety, teamwork, adaptability, and innovation through the use of coaching, communications, and employee development. (5%,S) -Develops and maintains ongoing programs to increase operating efficiencies, promote safety, identify best practices, and reduce operating, maintenance, and capital construction costs. (15%,S)

Requirements

  • bachelor's
  • master's
  • 10+ years
  • gas systems
  • leadership
  • on-call

What You Bring

-Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering. -High level analytical, organizational, interpersonal, communications, and leadership skills. -Must be available outside of regular scheduled hours to work storms, emergencies, and/or critical assignments. -Master's Degree. -Knowledge of gas system maintenance, construction, and engineering disciplines. -Thorough knowledge of Company, Federal, and State policies and procedures. -At least 10 years of experience in operations, engineering, or closely related experience. -Able to coordinate, focus, and direct employees in analyzing complex problems and implement courses of action.

The Company

About Scottish Power

-Operates in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution and specialises in renewable energy, particularly onshore and offshore wind farms, and manages the transmission and distribution networks in South and Central Scotland, as well as parts of North Wales and North West England. -Provides electricity and gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the UK, offering services such as smart metering, energy efficiency advice, and home services like boiler care and maintenance. -Has three main divisions: Energy Networks, Renewables, and Energy Retail and Wholesale.

Sector Specialisms

Power Grid

Renewables

Energy Retail