Role Title: Operations Compliance Manager, Operations (OCT)
Reports to: Head ofOperations Compliance& Transformation
Location:Belfast (Hybrid)
Who We Are
SONI is Northern Irelands Transmission System Operator. We are the people behind Northern Irelands electricity grid. We make sure that every home, business, school, hospital,factoryand farm has power - when and where they need it.
Andthatsjust the beginning of our story. We have a critical role to play in delivering a cleaner, cheaper more secure energy future for everyone living in Northern Ireland.
Our focus is on safety,securityand reliability. Our work environment is challenging, fast-moving, collaborative and team orientated. Our culture is driven by continual development,knowledgeand teamwork.
Our people are committed to reducing Northern Irelands reliance on fossil fuels and transforming the energy system to make decarbonisation a reality while providing a safe and reliable electricity supply in a way that secures the future for those who follow us.
The work you will deliver with us here at SONI matters. Join a great and supportive team and be part of the transformation.
The Role
The Operations Compliance Manager plays a key role in supporting Operations Continuity and Transformation (OCT) activities, ensuring that Grid Code and EU Network Code obligations are effectively implemented and governed across Northern Irelands electricity system.
The roleoperateswithin a complex regulatory and operational environment, requiring strong leadership, technicalexpertiseand stakeholder engagement to ensure compliance, support system change and enable the safe transformation of the energy system.
KeyResponsibilities
To support Operations Continuity and Transformation activities by:
- Leading engagement on the Grid Code and EU Network Codes for Northern Ireland within OCT, ensuring delivery of high-quality implementation in line with expectations.
- Leading the development of robust processes,proceduresand governance arrangements to ensure effective oversight of all Grid Code activities and adherence to licence conditions.
- Supporting Senior Management in leading a cross-functional team with a broad range of skills in technical programme management and regulatory management.
- Managing high-profile technical projects involving external consultants, where diplomacy and effective engagement with external stakeholders are essential to achieving positive outcomes.
- Leading the strategic development of Codes at Northern Ireland, all-island and European levels, supporting technology enablement and implementation.
- Leading the rollout of governance arrangements for OCT, ensuringappropriate controlsare in place relating to budgets, schedule, quality, risk, change management and activity monitoring.
- Supporting the development of regulatory submissions relating to modifications, derogations,reportingand business planning.
- Undertaking technical and commercial analysis of changes to the NI Grid Code and assessing wider dependencies on other codes.
- Engaging with stakeholders and customers as Distribution Code TSO Member and acting as a key liaison with the Utility Regulator.
- Applying skills,knowledgeand experience to ensure effective delivery of processes and procedures.
- Working proactively tomonitorrelevant processes, ensuring compliance with procedures and applicableCodesandidentifyingcomplex issues.
- Supporting wider OCT team responsibilities asrequired.
- Managing customer and business queries through dedicated channels.
Critical Knowledge,Skillsand Experience
Essential- Educated to degree level in engineering or an equivalent discipline.
- Minimum of eight years experience working in an energy-related business.
- Strong people management and leadership skills.
- Strong communicationand interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence effectively.
- Demonstrates a positive and adaptable approach when working with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proven leadership capability, with experience developing and communicating programmeobjectives, motivatingteamsandmaintainingalignment with business strategy.
- Track recordof leading major electricity sector programmes while balancing the perspectives of industry, statutorybodiesand wider society.
- In-depth understanding of EU, Ireland and Northern Ireland renewable targets and electricity market arrangements on the island of Ireland.
Desirable- Experience ofnew technologies, policy development and review, regulatory and customer interface activity, interpreting study results and the use or development of tools and models.
- Experience in the development of technical reports or papers.
Why join us?- Play a vital role in shaping sustainable energy projects thatbenefitcommunities and the environment.
- Enjoy a competitive salary, performance-related bonus, private medical cover, and pension matching.
- Benefit from flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options (3 days office / 2 days home).
- Enhanced holidays, maternity and paternity leave and wellbeing days.
- Access salarysacrificeschemes (such as cycle to work, EV scheme), free car parking, onsite EV charging and complimentary lunch.
- Access professional development opportunities and clear career progression pathways.
- We offer an inclusive culture that values diversity, supports flexible working and empowers you to grow. We know flexible working means different things to different people. Contact us ifyoudlike to talk about how this role could work for you.
If you areseekinga challenging and impactful role within the energy sector,wedlove to hear from you. Join us in shaping the future of SONI and delivering a cleaner and more secure energy future for everyone living in Northern Ireland.
Closing date for applications is05 May 2026
SONI reserves the right to extend this deadline where necessary tomaximisetheapplicantpool.
Submit your application by uploading your CV with a cover letter (in one document).
SONI is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives arevaluedand everyone can thrive. As a STEM organisation, we are continuing to strengthen gender diversity across our engineering and technology roles and welcome applications from women who want to build and apply theirexpertiseto Northern Irelands energy system.We have a duty to prevent illegalworkingand applicants mustdemonstratethey have a legal right to work in the UK. SONI is not providing sponsorship for this vacancy.Skills:
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