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Data Analyst, Networks IT & Data Strategy, Asset Management

 
 
Vacancy Number:  26204
IT - Data & Analytics
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 Description 

 

The 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. The successful candidate will be responsible to helping drive a change in culture within networks by showing the value data analytics can bring to the organisation. The Analytics team provide a service to all parts of the Networks business including large transformational programmes like Powering Ahead and DMSO. 

 

 

Key Responsibilities 

 

The role of the Data Analyst is to be a Business centric resource, helping ESB Networks extract value from the large amounts of data available within the organisation. Some of the tasks required as part of the role are: 

 

  • To work with business stakeholders to look at resolving data issues by creating reports and dashboards hence supporting key decision making  

  • To assist the creation of BI and Analytics requirements for Data Engineering work for the centralised Data Analytics HUB where relevant 

  • Perform basic data modelling in delivery of solutions, diagnose / fix issues as they arise 

  • Proactively look for ways to use data analytics solution 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 etc 

 

 

 Experience & Qualifications 

 

Essential 

 

  • 3rd level qualification in a Data or IT related discipline plus at least 3 years industry experience. 

  • Any data specific qualifications or business experience are a distinct advantage. 

  • Some previous experience working with data to solve business problems 

  • Excellent communications skills with an ability to present findings to senior audiences a must with an ability to work in a team environment 

  • Proven ability to take the lead in delivering data related solutions to key business stakeholders 

  • Some prior experience of Power BI or similar for creating reports / dashboards / KPI metrics etc. 

  • Some prior experience writing SQL, ideally MS SQL server experience 

 

Desirable 

 

  • Ability to write Python and R  

  • Domain knowledge of a Networks Utility Business 

 

Above all, you must be innovative in your approach and be able to demonstrate your ability to actively contribute to a team that delivers results.  

 

 

Location 

 

 Three Gateway, East Wall Road, hybrid/smart work will be a feature of this role.   

 

 

Reporting To 

 

The successful candidate will report to the Data Analytics Manager, Networks IT & Data Strategy 

 

 

Why ESB?

 

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to 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
  • Generous Pension
  • 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

 

 

Salary

 

Starting from €48,100 per annum

 

 

Closing date

 

27th January 2025

  

 

Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie

 

If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie

 

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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