Graduate Data Digital & Technology Data Scientist

About us

National Energy System Operator (NESO) has a key role to play in tackling climate change by transitioning GB’s electricity system to net zero. We already operate the fastest decarbonising electricity system in the world, with an ambition for zero carbon power operation by 2030 when there is sufficient renewable generation. We are also providing advice to the Government on achieving a decarbonised power system by 2030.

NESO recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

About the role

Are you interested in gaining the skills to negotiate and build effective relationships with some of the best people in the energy industry? Joining our 18-month Graduate Development Programme gives you the opportunity to be responsible for providing function expertise in identifying and evaluating options for improving business processes & systems, defining requirements and ensuring effective use of information systems in meeting the needs of the National Energy System Operator (NESO).

The role is based in Wokingham, hybrid working options available and dependent upon business requirements.

Our Graduate programme

Key tasks and areas of work can include but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with industry stakeholders to undertake analysis to predict the nation's energy needs in the medium and long term
• Use and work to improve some of our existing ESO-specific models
• Interrogate, interpret and visualise large volumes of data, with a view to improving the quality of the data we manipulate and the models we use, bringing in new and innovative techniques as appropriate
• Investigate the root causes of performance issues, identify and analyse opportunities to improve processes, then recommend and implement sustainable developments
• Articulate complex situations and technical work to a non-technical audience, and develop your influencing and stakeholder management skills

What you'll need to apply

You’ll need to be curious, interested, and proactive, and have a minimum 2.2 in any STEM or data related degree.

What you'll get in return

We are proud to offer a starting salary of £34,895.59.

As a first step to your career in the energy industry, our Graduate Programmes are like no other! You will gain an insight into how we work at the NESO, understand what a career with us can offer, and receive some great rewards and benefits:

• £2,000 bonus, once joined and started on programme
• 26 days holiday
• £2,400 payment on successful completion of the programme
• Up to £200 per month accommodation allowance as you move around the business, and additional annual leave for when you move between placements plus assistance with moving personal belongings
• Other benefits include pension, Adaptable Benefits, close mentorship and regular feedback, accreditation by the IMechE, IGEM and IET, and volunteering opportunities.

NESO is committed to the personal development of our staff. Joining us, you will be supported as you develop a wide range of leadership, business, and technical skills through structured training and on the-job experience. You will work closely with your line manager to establish and navigate through a Personal Development Plan that is tailored to your needs.

More information

We recruit on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close our vacancies once we have enough applications/based on volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as early as possible to ensure you obtain the place you want in the application process.

You can only apply for one graduate opportunity during this recruitment cycle. We kindly ask that you review all our graduate opportunities and apply for the one that aligns closest with your aspirations and interests.