DNO Programme Manager

Are you a natural leader with experience delivering high-voltage and low-voltage power projects? If so, we have a great opportunity for you to join our team as a Distribution Network Operator (DNO) Programme Manager.

This vacancy is for the north of our region, covering most of Somerset, South Gloucestershire, BANES and Wiltshire.

What you'll do

You will be responsible for the delivery and strategic planning of group-wide programmes, assisting in defining and maintaining the ‘order book' for projects to align with business strategy and developing roadmaps.

As a DNO Programme Manager, you will:

• work closely with the DNO Senior Programme Manager to deliver the growing portfolio of power installations and upgrades across the region.
• deliver the programme through the management of stakeholders, suppliers and resources, including close collaboration with the DNOs
• ensure the delivery of multiple projects to the agreed scope, quality and programme, all while remaining within the allocated budget
• be responsible for commercial delivery of each project and report into commercial teams across the business
• manage and mitigate risks and issues as they arise 
• line manage a team of Project Engineers and Managers
• lead, coach and support the team through the full project cycle
• have complete ownership of the programme of schemes that you are responsible for, with the full support and guidance of the business.

What you'll need

We are looking for someone with the ability to influence across all levels of management and explain complex technical matters in simple and understandable terms.

You'll have an HNC/HND/degree (or significant comparable industry experience with craft level qualifications) in an electrical engineering discipline, and solid experience in a project or technical engineering environment, ideally within a highly regulated sector such as Nuclear or Water industry.

You'll also be an efficient problem solver and can work in a fast-paced environment with rapidly evolving targets.

You'll also need:

• to be an experienced engineer working with 11kV systems and main incoming electrical supplies
• a proactive, flexible and can‑do approach with a willingness to challenge norms and drive continuous improvement.
• strong organisational skills and confident decision‑making abilities
• the ability to prioritise and manage complex workloads within time and budget constraint
• excellent presentation, IT, and communication skills.

And you'll ideally be:

• working towards (or holding) Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status with a relevant institution (e.g. IET)
• experienced in feasibility, outline and detailed design of electrical projects
• knowledgeable of contract documentation (preparation and interpretation)
• familiar with CDM and Environmental regulations
• aware of Water Industry design standards and technical requirements or similar regulated standards.

What you'll receive

• A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year.
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions).
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
• The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions).
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
• Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform.
• Support from trained mental health first aiders.
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us. 

Who we are

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:

• Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
• YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
• YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors
• YTL Arena – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
• plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment