Works Co-ordinator
Northern Powergrid
Delivers electricity to homes and businesses across the North of England.
Description
job packs
site audits
outage planning
network planning
material ordering
payment processing
Create electronic job packs to accurately convey delivery of works.
Works coordination and management of varied projects safely and to time, cost and quality.
Process applications for payment in a timely and efficient manner.
Carry out site audits in respect of safety, quality and contractual obligations.
Communicate effectively with customers, Low Carbon Technology providers and stakeholders delivering a 10/10 service..
Works Co-ordinators are responsible for the planning, management and delivery of regional project work including new connections, reinforcement, faults/repairs, maintenance and overhead work on the low and high voltage network to meet business needs.
Order materials for use by service providers.
Manage all aspects of outage planning for your allocated projects.
Support weekly operational contract meetings with external service providers.
Effective Site management of resources, including direct labour and contractors.
Requirements
nebosh
lv/hv
crm
ismart
onc/hnc
driving licence
Full UK Driving Licence
ILM Level 3 or NEBOSH equivalent.
Knowledge of the distribution network
Advanced Knowledge of LV and HV networks.
Knowledge in IT systems such as CRM, QPID, ISMART
Electrical Trade / Engineering Background
Leadership skills - Be receptive and embrace change and strive for continuous improvement
In order to comply with our electricity distribution licence, we have to ensure our colleagues are fit and proper to visit and enter our customers’ premises. Consequently, as this role may involve visiting and entering our customers’ premises, please be aware that the successful candidate will be subject to a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please confirm in your application if you are content for this check to be completed.
Excellent customer service skills
ONC/HNC Electrical Engineering.
Effective written & spoken communication
Able to prioritise workload, make decisions and identify cost effective delivery solutions.
IT Literate with all Microsoft Office Tools
Excellent customer service & interpersonal skills
GCSE Math’s & English.
Time management - Ability to prioritise workload when demands are conflicting
Fully utilise Northern Powergrid’s IT system (iSmart, eAMspatial)
Operational Knowledge
Benefits
Personal Car Provision
Along with a competitive salary between £36,929 - £47,541 (Industrial L3 pp7-12)
Enrolment into our pension scheme
25 days holiday
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
- basic disclosure and barring service (dbs) check required.
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Overview
Over 100 Years
Years of Service
The company has been providing reliable electricity service.
Millions of Homes
Residential and Commercial Connections
Millions of homes and thousands of businesses connected.
- As a vital utility provider, it operates one of the largest electricity distribution networks in the UK.
- Northern Powergrid specializes in the operation, maintenance, and development of electrical infrastructure.
- The company also focuses on grid modernization and integrating smart technologies to improve service reliability.
- They have led several key projects aimed at reducing energy loss and enhancing sustainability in their grid.
- Northern Powergrid's work spans across urban and rural areas, supporting both residential and commercial clients.
- The company is continually working to innovate and modernize their services to meet future energy demands.
Culture + Values
Environment + Sustainability
23% reduction
SF6 leaks reduced
Achieved a significant reduction in sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) leaks, contributing to lower greenhouse gas emissions.
17 community projects
Funded with grants
Supported 17 community energy projects through the Net Zero Community Energy Fund, providing up to £10,000 in grants per scheme.
£14.5 million funding
Community DSO project
Secured substantial funding from Ofgem to support smart local energy systems through the Community DSO initiative.
£20 annual saving
Household energy trial
The BEET-Box trial in Boston Spa resulted in average annual savings and significant carbon emissions reductions per household.
- Committed to decarbonise network by 2040.
- Operating a ‘flexibility‑first’ approach via Piclo Flex from 2024 to optimise network integration of low‑carbon technologies.
- Partnered on Net Zero Community Energy Fund granting up to £10 000 per community scheme.
- Launched Open Data Portal and smart‑meter driven BEET programme targeting voltage optimisation for 80% of 3.9 million customers by 2033.
- Boston Spa trial BEET‑Box saved ~27 kg CO₂ per household/year.
- Northern Powergrid Foundation invested £860,000 in community resilience energy projects in its first year.
Inclusion & Diversity
- Set strategic DEI goals and targets (specifics not publicly disclosed)
- Reported gender diversity metrics (exact figures not publicly disclosed)