You will analyze complex congestion risks, design and scale innovative processes for the electricity grid, and act as a strategic point of contact to realize improvements with various internal and external stakeholders.
The demand for transport and distribution capacity is growing explosively. Grid load is increasing so rapidly that ongoing grid reinforcements and expansions are not providing sufficient capacity quickly enough. This leads to congestion in the electricity grid. To create more space in the grid in the short term, an energy company must get the most out of the existing electricity grid.
As a Congestion Officer at the Congestion Office of a grid operator, you are responsible for shaping the necessary changes to make this ambition a reality. You will work with various organizational units to build new techniques and processes. The focus area of this assignment is on scaling up a new working method for connecting customers to a reserve/emergency lane.
You will work with your colleagues from the Congestion Office and the operators in the energy company's control rooms, who ensure the network functions smoothly. This new discipline embraces an open culture with feedback, humor, and a strong team spirit. In this dynamic environment where the electricity grid is constantly changing, you are part of a team that strives for collaboration and a positive working atmosphere.
What you do
As a Congestion Officer with a focus on the work process for customers on a reserve/emergency lane, you will lead the further development and scaling of new processes within the Congestion Office. The complexity lies in creating and innovating skills that are new to both the energy company and the sector. You will describe, set up, and elaborate on these innovations, interacting with multiple departments such as Digital, Asset Management, Large Business, and Market Facilitation.
This increases complexity as you deal with a new playing field and a challenging stakeholder environment. You will realize improvements at a tactical and strategic level regarding projects, processes, and technical adjustments that impact the Congestion Office.
- Analyze complex risks and proactively take measures to prevent congestion.
- Design future-oriented processes (focused on more than 2 years ahead) that progressively influence the sector and the energy company.
- Be the primary point of contact for complex questions from internal and external stakeholders.
- Independently prepare and present strategic and substantive insights to large groups at various functional levels.
What they ask
- A completed academic education, preferably in technology, environment, computer science, or exact fields
- Minimum 2-5 years of relevant work experience at university level.
- Mature command of your professional discipline and integration capability with related fields.
- Knowledge of the electricity grid and its operation
- Willingness to continue developing yourself and to follow additional training (at the client's expense and during working hours).
- Excellent command of the Dutch language, both spoken and written
- Good command of the English language, both spoken and written
Desired skills.
- Takes charge, acts proactively, and demonstrates ownership in complex issues
- Is strongly analytical and arrives at sharp judgments based on data and risks
- Connects effectively, listens actively, and knows how to engage stakeholders in a complex field
- Listens actively, asks the right questions, and builds consensus
- Is decisive and communicates clearly, even under pressure and uncertainty
- Acts as a coach and example, and stimulates development within the team
- Contributes to an open and safe feedback culture
Practical
- Option for extension: Yes, extension possible
- The client is a utility company responsible for the distribution of energy, such as gas and electricity, in the Netherlands. The company manages and maintains the energy network and ensures a continuous supply of energy to its customers. It plays an important role in the energy transition by investing in sustainable energy solutions and stimulating energy savings.
- To effectively propose you, at least one working day is needed to prepare all documents with you.
- In addition to an up-to-date and assignment-focused CV, we will always ask for a concise personal motivation letter and an indicative hourly rate/monthly salary.
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