Director of Operations

Director of Operations
Applications are invited for the role of Director of Operations
for SONI (System Operator for Northern Ireland). The role reports to the SONI
Chief Executive.
As the System Operator for Northern Ireland, SONI Ltd, plays a critical
role through planning the development and the safe operation of the electricity
transmission grid in Northern Ireland. The transmission grid brings power from
where it is generated to where it is needed, supplying large industrial
customers and the distribution networks, which in turn supply homes, farms and
businesses across the island.
As part of the EirGrid Group, SONI is at the forefront of innovation in
the energy industry, enabling the transition towards a low-carbon,
technology-enabled smart future. The Group also operates the wholesale Single
Electricity Market (SEM) and the East West Interconnector, a high voltage link
between Ireland and Great Britain.
SONI is regulated by the Utility Regulator (UR) in Northern Ireland.
Based on a recent licence change requiring board, managerial and resource
separation from the parent company, SONI has initiated a significant
transformational programme of work to implement its future organisational
structure and operating model, whilst it continues to support the
implementation of the Northern Ireland Energy Strategy and Climate Action
Plan.
The role of Director of Operations is a newly created role within SONI’s
Executive Leadership Team structure and will lead the Operations Directorate which
is responsible for the delivery of SONI’s primary role – the operation,
development and enhancement of the NI transmission power system and the
wholesale electricity market. They will lead the Directorate in delivery of
real time and near time operational activities (both system operations in NI
and market operations across the island of Ireland) of SONI on a 24 x 7 basis
ensuring delivery in the most cost efficient and transparent manner.
Leading all power operations and operational IT activities, the Director
of Operations will ensure that the availability and stability of the power
system and market is maintained, that business continuity is effectively
delivered and that change in the power system is operationalised and managed
effectively.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced senior manager with
a track record of reporting to Executive or Board level in a complex energy or
other utility environment. You will be able to demonstrate the ability to successfully
deliver within a regulated business model.
It is also beneficial but not essential, that
you have experience in oversight of IT divisions.
For further information and to apply please visit: www.clarendonexecutive.com. Alternatively to arrange a confidential conversation please contact
Emma Woods of Clarendon Executive on
or
Closing date for receipt of CVs is 12
noon, Wednesday 24th April 2024.
SONI is an Equal Opportunities Employer
and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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