Gas Networks Ireland operates and maintains Ireland's €3bn, 14,725km national gas network, which is considered one of the safest and most modern renewables-ready gas networks in the world.
Almost 725,000 Irish homes and businesses trust Ireland's gas network to provide efficient and reliable energy to meet their heating, cooking, manufacturing and transport needs.
The gas network is the cornerstone of Ireland's energy system, securely supplying more than 30% of Ireland's total energy and over 40% of the country's electricity generation.
Gas Networks Ireland is aiming to deliver a repurposed, resized and fully decarbonised gas network by 2045.
Its "Pathway to a Net Zero Carbon Network" envisions transforming the existing gas network into two separate systems carrying 100% renewable gas, one dedicated to biomethane and the other to green hydrogen, with the potential to carry approximately 30% biomethane and 70% green hydrogen, as well as offering significant long term energy export opportunities.
The Role: Reporting to the Regulatory Framework Manager, the Northern Ireland Energy Transition Manager will be responsible for monitoring and influencing policy developments in Northern Ireland to the benefit of the GNI(UK) businesses as the NI Energy Strategy evolves into delivery model.
The position will involve close collaboration with key subject matter experts across the GNI business on topics such as policy, biomethane and hydrogen, gas safety, operations and research and development as they relate to Northern Ireland.
The Northern Ireland Energy Transition Manager will also work closely with key external senior stakeholders such as the Department for the Economy (DfE) and the Utility Regulator for Northern Ireland (UReg).
The Energy Transition Manager will engage with UReg at a senior level on funding requests for specific activities required to enable the decarbonisation of the gas networks in Northern Ireland.
Duties and Responsibilities: Work cross functionally with internal stakeholders to develop project, resource and deliver relevant energy transition projects which GNI(UK) wish to progress in Northern Ireland.Develop and manage a complex stakeholder engagement plan for Northern Ireland energy transition activities.Engage with the UReg on requesting and allocating funding to support GNI(UK)'s delivery of proposed energy transition projects.Programme manage internal resources delivery, availability and time ensuring that GNI(UK) operates within budget.Represent and lead GNI(UK) inputs into the Northern Ireland Gas Network Operators Energy Transition Group.Represent and lead GNI(UK) at other relevant energy fora including NI Gas Network Strategy Working Group and NI Hydrogen Industry Working Group.Lead and deliver GNI(UK)'s inputs into key policy position papers and consultation responses.Develop and manage relationships with key senior stakeholders including Directors and Executives within UReg and DfE.Work closely with key subject matter experts within the GNI business to deliver the energy transition projects required to support the decarbonisation of the gas network in Northern Ireland.Programme manage the delivery of a regulatory framework and operational readiness for the connection of biomethane in Northern Ireland.The role will involve regular travel to Belfast for face to face stakeholder engagement.Develop and manage the company's interactions with key Northern Ireland Stakeholders.Monitor, review and communicate developments regarding Northern Ireland energy policy activities.Engage with the GNI Executive team to ensure they are kept abreast of NI energy policy developments.Assess the implications of modifications to relevant GNI (UK) contracts and licences.Other duties may be assigned from time to time.Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Relevant qualification such as Engineering, Law or Business Degree or equivalent.A minimum of 7-10 years post qualification experience.Previous responsibility in a Regulatory, Policy, programme management or business development role would be advantageous.Knowledge of the Northern Ireland regulatory gas arrangements and policy landscape.Extensive experience in building and maintaining relationships at senior level within the business across Government and Regulatory Authorities.Strong project management, budget management and resourcing skills.Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.Proven track record of excellent analytical, decision making and problem-solving skills.The ability to work independently and make key decisions as required.A good understanding of business operations and the commercial viability of technical decisions.Driver of high standards for individual, team and organisational accomplishment.Proven track record of dealing with complex issues proactively.The ability to ensure professional responses to key policy positions.Knowledge of the UK, Northern Ireland, Irish and European gas industry will be an advantage.Applications, including current Curriculum Vitae, should be emailed to ****** stating the job title and reference number in the subject line. The closing date for receipt of applications for this vacancy is the 18th of March 2025. Please note that applications submitted after this closing date will not be accepted.
Gas Networks Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive place of work.
We welcome and encourage applications from interested and suitably qualified individuals regardless of gender, age, racial or ethnic origin, membership of the traveller community, religion or beliefs, family or civil status, sexual orientation/gender identity or disability.
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