Asset Lifecycle Manager (HVDC)

About us

At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But it’s so much more than that. National Grid supplies us with the environment to make it happen. As we generate momentum in the energy transition for all, we don’t plan on leaving any of our customers in the dark. So, join us as an  Asset Lifecycle Manager - HVDC and find your superpower. 

Job Purpose

As Asset Lifecycle Manager - HVDC, you'll lead the lifecycle management of National Grid's HVDC asset portfolio, including converter stations and associated electrical, control, protection, cooling, cable and auxiliary systems.

This is a strategically important role with responsibility for defining how critical HVDC assets are managed throughout their lifecycle, from operational performance and maintenance through to renewal, replacement, innovation and long-term investment planning. Using your technical expertise, you'll solve complex asset challenges, balancing safety, reliability, risk, performance and cost to support business outcomes and deliver whole-life value.

Working across engineering, operations, project delivery and corporate functions, as well as with suppliers, regulators and industry partners, you'll provide technical leadership on some of National Grid's most complex assets. You'll lead a team of specialists covering areas including asset health, maintenance strategy, technical standards, asset data, obsolescence, innovation and lifecycle risk, ensuring the business has the insight and expertise needed to make informed decisions and maximise asset performance throughout its lifecycle.

What you'll do

You'll provide lifecycle leadership for National Grid's HVDC asset portfolio, applying your technical expertise to influence decisions across asset management, operations, maintenance, investment planning and future network capability.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining HVDC lifecycle strategies, technical standards, specifications, policies and engineering guidance.
• Acting as the lifecycle owner for HVDC converter stations and associated electrical, control, protection, cable, cooling, monitoring and auxiliary systems.
• Providing technical leadership and subject matter expertise to resolve complex asset challenges and support business decision-making.
• Leading asset health reviews, condition assessments, risk evaluations and intervention planning activities across the HVDC portfolio.
• Developing refurbishment, replacement and investment strategies that balance cost, risk, reliability and performance.
• Driving the integration of new technologies, innovation opportunities and asset improvements to support long-term network performance.
• Owning maintenance policies, inspection strategies, spares management, supplier support arrangements, warranties and obsolescence plans.
• Influencing asset investment plans, business cases, regulatory submissions and long-term strategic planning.
• Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including operational teams, project delivery organisations, suppliers, regulators and industry bodies.
• Leading, developing and supporting a high-performing team, fostering a culture of safety, inclusion, technical excellence and continuous improvement.

About you

We're looking for an experienced engineering leader with deep technical expertise and a strong track record of managing critical infrastructure assets within a complex environment.

You'll bring:

• Strong engineering knowledge with the ability to make robust decisions based on cost, risk and performance considerations.
• Extensive understanding of HVDC converter stations and associated control, protection, cable, cooling, monitoring and auxiliary systems.
• Experience developing lifecycle strategies, maintenance policies, asset management plans and long-term investment roadmaps for critical assets.
• Knowledge of asset health assessment, technical standards, type registration, obsolescence management and lifecycle risk management processes.
• Proven ability to apply technical judgement to solve complex asset challenges and influence business decisions.
• Experience working across multiple stakeholders and functions, building strong relationships and providing expert advice at all levels.
• A track record of leading professional, matrix or multidisciplinary teams and developing technical capability.
• Strong commercial and financial awareness, including investment planning, business case development and whole-life costing.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence regulators, suppliers, delivery partners and senior leaders.
• A leadership style aligned with National Grid's values, with a commitment to safety, inclusion, collaboration and continuous improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future performance and reliability of National Grid's HVDC assets, playing a key role in delivering a secure, resilient and sustainable energy network.

What you'll get

Up to £85,000 dependent on experience.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus of up to 30% of your salary for stretch performance, a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. 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.

More Information

The closing date for this vacancy is 1st September. However, we encourage candidates to submit their applications as early as possible and not to wait until the published closing date. National Grid’s recruitment periods can and may vary. We reserve the right to remove this advert or close it to further applications at any point during the recruitment process.

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At National Grid, 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, offering flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

Our goal is to drive, develop, and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation from diverse teams & perspectives, and business need. We are committed to building a workforce that can represent the communities we serve and have a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

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