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Vacancy Number: 26204
Job Type: Full-time
ESB is a purpose-led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy.
Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution, and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business.
With almost 8,000 employees, we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in, and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives.
This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives.
ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge, and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers, and community.
Position DescriptionThe successful candidate will report to the Data Analytics & Strategy Manager, Networks Assets and will work within the Networks business as a data and business intelligence specialist.
The successful candidate will be responsible for helping ESB Networks become a more data-driven organisation and driving a change in culture within networks by showing the value data analytics can bring to the organisation.
The Analytics team provides a service to all parts of the Networks business including large transformational programmes like Powering Ahead and DMSO.
Key ResponsibilitiesWork with business stakeholders to resolve data issues by creating reports and dashboards, hence supporting key decision-making.Assist in the creation of BI and Analytics requirements for Data Engineering work for the centralised Data Analytics HUB where relevant.Perform basic data modelling in the delivery of solutions, diagnosing/fixing issues as they arise.Proactively look for ways to use data analytics solutions to help the business move to a data-driven approach to decision-making.Help drive adoption of the Networks Data Strategy in a consistent manner across the Networks organisation.Get involved in Data Governance exercises as appropriate and help drive adoption of data governance policies and procedures.Adhere to all ESB data policies, especially data-related ones like GDPR.Experience & Qualifications3rd level qualification in a Data or IT related discipline plus at least 3 years of industry experience.Data-specific qualifications or business experience are a distinct advantage.Previous experience working with data to solve business problems.Excellent communication skills with an ability to present findings to senior audiences and work in a team environment.Proven ability to take the lead in delivering data-related solutions to key business stakeholders.Prior experience of Power BI or similar for creating reports/dashboards/KPI metrics.Prior experience writing SQL, ideally MS SQL server experience.Ability to write Python and R.Domain knowledge of a Networks Utility Business.Innovative in approach and able to demonstrate the ability to actively contribute to a team that delivers results.LocationThree Gateway, East Wall Road; hybrid/smart work will be a feature of this role.
Reporting ToThe successful candidate will report to the Data Analytics Manager, Networks IT & Data Strategy.
Why ESB?Opportunity to lead Ireland's transition to a net zero carbon future.Progressive, hybrid working model.Career development through mentoring and training.Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities.Sports and Social Clubs.Networking opportunities.Credit Union.Access to staff well-being programs.Generous parental leave entitlements.Strong values-based and inclusive culture.Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven, and Trusted.Starting from €48,100 per annum.
27th January 2025.
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Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.
ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working.
The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week.
All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.
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