Lead Energy Systems Specialist

Lead Energy System Specialist

SP Energy Networks, Prenton Way, Birkenhead. CH43 3ET. Additional locations across our licensed areas can be considered

Salary from £63,200

Permanent/Hybrid Working Pattern

Closing Date: 7th August 2026

Purpose

We are looking for ambitious people who are driven to make a difference and are passionate about making a positive change within the energy sector.

Whether you are looking to switch from energy markets, oil & gas or renewables, or if you have transferable skills from other sectors such as project management, finance, or policy – then please consider applying.

Our team will support you with training, coaching, and mentoring in this exciting and growing part of our business.

Responsibilities

You will be joining our Distribution System Operation (DSO) Strategic Projects & Optimisations team, delivering key energy projects across SP Energy Networks. The team leverages technology, innovative processes and market solutions to support customers and stakeholders on their Net Zero journey, enabling a Just Transition and delivering improved Whole System outcomes.

Working collaboratively with cross-functional teams across the business and the wider energy sector, you will have the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and rapidly evolving environment while contributing to projects that shape the future of energy.

In this role, you will lead the delivery of key strategic projects and support their implementation across SP Energy Networks. You will develop innovative solutions that address business requirements while creating value for customers, wider society and the business. You will also take responsibility for project reporting, producing insightful analysis and reports to support decision-making and demonstrate project outcomes.

As a representative of SP Energy Networks, you will participate in industry working groups and forums, helping to influence the direction of key developments across the energy sector. You will support business change programmes, contributing to the implementation of new technical, commercial and policy approaches that enable the business to respond effectively to industry change.

The role will also play an important part in shaping the future development of the energy sector through Whole System solutions and energy plan development. You will identify and evaluate new opportunities to deliver value through innovative Whole System projects, while supporting our Strategic Optimisation team in their engagement with Local Authorities and local, regional and national government bodies on the development of energy plans.

In addition, you will help embed Whole System thinking across SP Energy Networks by supporting the development of the culture, systems, policies and processes required to deliver a more integrated and collaborative approach to energy planning and optimisation.

What you’ll bring

We welcome applicants from a variety of backgrounds, and while knowledge of energy networks would be advantageous, it is not essential. You will bring strong project management experience, with a proven ability to manage and deliver multiple projects and programmes of work simultaneously within a fast-paced environment.

You will have a high level of business planning capability, supported by strong financial awareness and strategic thinking skills, enabling you to identify opportunities and contribute to the delivery of business objectives. You will be an effective leader of change, capable of driving positive outcomes while fostering a culture of engagement, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, alongside the ability to influence, persuade and build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. You will demonstrate a high degree of emotional intelligence, including strong listening skills, tact, diplomacy and political awareness, allowing you to navigate complex situations with confidence and professionalism.

Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail are also important, together with advanced proficiency across the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint. You will be highly organised and able to prioritise effectively, managing a varied and demanding workload while maintaining a focus on quality and delivery.

Whats in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.

At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow.

That’s why our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave
• Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
• Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
• Payroll giving and charity matched funding
• Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
• Count us in – pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change
• Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
• Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans
• Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Access to ‘nudge’ financial wellbeing support
• Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why SP Energy Networks

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network – connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It’s a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland’s ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we’re taking it very seriously.

We’re investing >£10.6 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.

We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to [email protected].