Power Systems Capacity and Flexibility Manager

MCS Group is recruiting a Power Systems Capacity & Flexibility Manager to help shape the future of energy within Northern Ireland.

This is a key leadership role in transforming Northern Ireland's power system.

The Role:
As the Power Systems Capacity & Flexibility Manager, you will lead a team of analysts and engineers to assess long-term electricity supply and demand, ensuring security of supply as the system evolves. You will oversee critical resource adequacy analysis, contribute to all-island planning, and help shape the transition to low-carbon energy.

• Lead analysis to determine future electricity capacity and system flexibility needs
• Oversee modelling and insights that inform resource adequacy and capacity planning
• Develop and coach a high-performing technical team
• Engage with industry trends and represent the organisation externally
• Build strong partnerships across energy stakeholders
• Deliver strategic projects with full accountability for planning, risk and quality
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in capacity planning

The successful candidate:

• Degree in engineering, economics, mathematics, or a related field, with 8+ years' relevant experience
• Strong understanding of energy markets and/or resource adequacy modelling
• Knowledge of system flexibility (e.g. interconnection, storage, techno-economic modelling)
• Proven leadership or people development experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• Experience delivering complex projects or programmes
• Ability to influence, collaborate and build consensus
• Adaptable, self-motivated and comfortable in a busy environment

Desirable

• Experience in electricity, gas or wider energy sector
• Knowledge of all-island energy policy and market structures
• Experience engaging with regulators or industry bodies

Why Apply?

• Influence the transition to a sustainable energy future
• Competitive salary, bonus, private medical and pension
• Flexible hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)
• Generous leave, wellbeing support and family-friendly policies
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Inclusive, collaborative and supportive culture

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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