Head of Control Centre Operations

MCS Group is recruiting for a Head of Control Centre Operations for our client based in Belfast. This is a senior leadership role offering you the opportunity to shape the future of energy. Lead where it matters most.

Our client is at the heart of Northern Ireland's electricity system, ensuring power flows safely, securely and reliably to homes, businesses and communities every day. As the energy landscape transforms, this role is critical in driving a cleaner, more sustainable future.

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Director of Operations, as Head of Control Centre Operations, you will lead real-time system operations from the Control Centre, ensuring the transmission system operates safely, securely and efficiently at all times. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will combine operational excellence with strategic influence, supporting renewable integration, driving innovation and shaping the future capability of the Control Centre.

You will lead Control Room and back-office teams, act as the senior escalation point for operational issues, and engage with key stakeholders across the energy sector, including system operators, generators, regulators and government bodies.

The successful candidate:

• Degree in Engineering (or HNC with equivalent experience)
• Typically, 8+ years' experience in power system operations
• Strong knowledge of transmission system operation and the Northern Ireland grid
• Proven leadership experience in a high-pressure operational environment
• Experience with Energy Management Systems and dispatch/scheduling tools
• Strong understanding of operational risk and system security standards
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to influence, lead change and operate at senior leadership level

Why Join?

• Play a key role in delivering a cleaner, more secure energy future
• Competitive salary + bonus, private medical and pension
• Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)
• Generous leave, wellbeing support and family-friendly policies
• Career progression and professional development opportunities
• Inclusive, collaborative and forward-thinking culture

Ready to lead at the centre of the energy transition? Apply now and be part of something that truly matters.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Kirsty Dillon Specialist Consultant at MCS Group 028 9693 5510

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