Marine Technical Lead

About The Role

New Role – Permanent – UK Hybrid

The UK has set out its ambition to be net zero by 2050 and the energy industry is responding – together we are building a cleaner, greener Britain.

As part of our major projects, Strategic Infrastructure have been allocated five HVDC submarine cable interconnector’s projects which are all now under contract and ready to start construction. In the coming decade we will install over 3000km of HVDC submarine cable which will provide us with the largest offshore cable network in Europe, to do this we need to build a world-class organisation, and we are looking for talented and skilled people to deliver this big work.   

As Marine Technical Lead you will work for our central engineering function and shall be assigned into a multi-disciplinary project delivery team in one of National Grids portfolio of inter-connector projects within the UK.  The Marine Technical Lead shall be responsible for leading a team of technical experts that specialises in the surveying, design, installation and commissioning of submarine HVDC cable systems.

This is a newly created role allowing the right applicant to truly shape its dynamic and add some really value from procurement through to delivery stages. 

You'll have the opporunity to impact a number of headline mega projects including Wester Link, Seal Link and Eastern Green Link.

We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements. 

About You

What we do isn’t just important – it’s essential. That’s why we look to recruit experts in their field. In this case, we’re looking for someone who has:

• Experience of submarine cable, offshore T&I or subsea projects combined with experience of major infrastructure project delivery in the offshore environment
• Knowledge of FIDIC form of contract and in soils/weather related claim management and dispute resolution.

You’ll also be an effective people manager for this management grade role with great communication skills, capable of working effectively within a dispersed multi-disciplined team and within joint venture project environment.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At National Grid, we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace for everyone. So if you’re excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.

What You'll Do

You will:

• Provide support in tendering for the main works contracts and shall be responsible for the drafting of the Employer’s Technical Requirements, and for leading the technical evaluation of the bidder’s project execution plans, installation programme, burial assessment studies, and weather downtime calculations.
• Have responsibily for the employer’s monitoring and acceptance of the Cable Installation Contractor’s works, including but not limited to their surveys, PLGR, boulder removal, pre-sweeping, dredging, cable crossings, landfall HDD, cable lay, cable burial, remedial rock protections, jointing and testing. 

Additionally you will:

• Be responsible for the management and delivery of all Front-End Engineering and Design activities that are required to inform the design envelope for the cable route engineering and burial protection requirements, and for the provision of the required technical inputs to the team responsible for preparing and submitting the project’s consents applications for the Development Consent Order
• Support the Principal Installation Manager and Senior Project Manager in the drafting of EPC contract strategy documents relating to marine works
• Provide safe management of the Contractor’s offshore works and for ensuring their compliance with and our vessel assurance process
• Manage the Cable Installation Contractor’s weather performance and cable burial performance and for acting as the Employer’s technical authority for all vessel, soils and weather-related claims.
• Collate the marine as-built dossier and for the management of the hand-over process to the asset management team on completion of the works

What You'll Get

A competitive salary between £77,000 – £92,000 dependent on capability plus a brand new hybrid or fully electric vehicle.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus of up to 30% of your salary for stretch performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You’ll receive 28 days annual leave plus the option to buy an extra week too.

You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

About Us

National Grid Strategic Infrastructure was set up in 2023 with special dispensation from Ofgem to accelerate 17 key projects across the UK in order to deliver infrastructure upgrades within timescales never seen before in the UK. This infrastructure will make Britain prepared for a 100% clean, energy future.

Here at National Grid, we connect homes and businesses to power, making sure supply and demand match each other. We make sure the lights are on in schools, operating theatres, and sporting arenas; we’re thousands of people working on behalf of millions of people.

Our investment in Strategic Infrastructure via the Great Grid Upgrade will mean more home grown power, greater energy security and a cleaner future.

Whatever your role, wherever you work with us, you’ll help us hit stretching targets and achieve our far-reaching goal: to secure, clean energy that supports our world far into the future. Here, you will be at the heart of energy.

More Information

This role closes on Feb 25th at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary. Interviews will be held w/ c March 9th.

We work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office. 

We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, origin.

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