Data Analysis & Visualisation Manager

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TheNational Capacity Deploymentin ESB Networksis responsible foraccelerating the deployment of suite of dedicated projects, that will advance resolution to capacity constraints across the distribution network, ahead of complex, multi-year infrastructure projects coming on-stream in the latter part of PR6 or in PR7.

In this core business area, theData Analysis & VisualisationManageris responsible for analysing and assessing themajor elements of forecasting and data analytics work increasingly coming to the fore to inform the general strategicand increased demand/electrification agendas by collating organisationally all relevant datasets - including network asset data, customer and LCT datasets, smart metering data, and other existing or emergent data - to front-end a core analytics and integrationfunction in this team,that willprovide considered and comprehensive evidence baseand suite of visualisation tools, that will be used to inform thiscritical business areaand the advancement of solutions for accelerating capacity.

In this way the Data Analysis & Visualisation Manageris responsible for building and leading thedata analysis and visualisationfunction thatwillenable timely, data driven planning and prioritisation of network capacity deployment interventions, and ensures ESB Networks has a robust data suite and visualisation tools to supportthe investment case forcapacity intervention scopes, improvement ofdelivery readiness andtheacceleration ofcustomer connections.

The role transformspreviouswork byPowering Aheadintothe next phase of acomprehensive,embeddedand enduring function within the National Capacity Deploymentteam, leading and managing all requirements associated with dataanalytics for thishigh priorityarea andcorebusinessobjectiveof PR6.

Key Responsibilities

Pro active in the identification ofdatarequirements,associated analysisand integrationsthat require creation,reviewand/or improvement, aligning initiatives with organisational goals and priorities.

Development ofvariousdata models &dashboards thatprovide the right insights to theNational Capacity Deploymentteam and implement digital solutions thathave a positive impact for ESB Networks & our customers- for example:capacity headroom dashboard, integrations with New Connections / Network Development / other.

Deliver data visualisation tools in partnership with National Capacity Deployment, Network Development and other relevant business managers and key stakeholders. Drive change management initiatives to translate benefits realised and ensure change is embedded.

Lead indatacollection, analysis, gathering, consolidation, tracking and interpretation-froma range of cohorts includingcustomers, regulatory inputs, marketdevelopmentsand strategic stakeholders.

Develop andmaintainforecasting anda bottom upapproach to forward lookingprojections ofbothconnections and estimation of demand. Createscenarios that willguide medium and long term capacity planning, applying a regional/national approach.

To do so,monitorand interpret external policy,customer trends,regulatorytrendsand infrastructure needs affecting network demand

Translatedata analysisinsights into recommendations that inform project identification,prioritisationand investment case preparation.

Build andmaintaindata analysis and visualisation toolsprovidingdata led and detailedinsightsthat can be used to make the right decisions on investment and capacity interventions.Foster a culture of innovation to continuously improveanalyses/processes, ensuring reviews are conducted usingappropriate frameworksand methodologies.

Develop and trackrelevantKPIs totrack &measure theprogression andsuccess of thedata analysis and its impact on the business.

Evaluate and implement(innovative)technologies, data models etc,to enhance efficiency andidentifyopportunities for automation.

Cross Functional Collaboration

Develop and build strong business relations with internal and external stakeholders, work closely with Cluster Managers, Engineering, NetworkDevelopment/Planning and Commercial teams tovalidatedemand data and ensure insights inform project scoping and solutioning.

Coordinate with internal and external partners to gatherdataandvalidateinfrastructure needs, customerinputsand emerging trends.

Support scenario modelling activities and strategic capacity planning processes.

Represent ESB Networks at industry events, fora,seminarsand conferences.

Develop anddemonstratethought leadership skills in the digital space & analytics community, and the evolution of electrical utilities on account of such impending change.

Prepare reports, analyse and interpret data to inform the proactive approach to acceleratingcapacitydeployment,hat aligns with ESB Networks' Networks for Net Zero Strategyand PR6 commitments.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Experience in analytics, forecasting, planning, systemmodellingor a similar discipline.

Experience working in large infrastructure, utility, energy systems,engineeringor network planning environments.

Proven experience delivering data driven insights for strategic or operational decision making. Strong technical capability.

Solid knowledge of data analyticsand visualisationpackages such as Power BI, Tableau, etc.

Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and VBA programming & at least one programming language such as Python.

Excellent communication and report writing skills,demonstratedability inreviewing and creating comprehensive documentation, report writing and communication to varied audiences

Proventrack recordof delivery of projects on time and to the highest technical standards.

Self motivated with ability to project manage and prioritize own work.

Ability to make quality decisions and judgments, with a logical, yet imaginative approach to problem solving.

Strong people skills, experience inparticipatingin cross functional working groups, to solve problems and get the job done.

Knowledge of electricity networks, customer connections, regulatoryframeworksor grid planning.

Experience building dashboards, databases, intelligencesystemsor reporting tools. Prior experience in a Network Planning role.

Can perform financial analysis using lifetime cost projections for various connection proposals and network reinforcement proposals.

Experience in coding languages such as SQL, etc.

Published Technical Papers at reputable international conferences.

Active involvement in international engineering organisations such as CIGRÉ, IEEE and IET (e.g. participation in Working Groups)

Qualifications

Honours Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience is essential.

Full Irish Driving Licence.

Location

Various Locations.

Smart Working at ESB is designed to make 'in person' time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in person collaboration at least two days per week. All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business.

Reporting to

PMO & Demand Lead, Capacity Deployment Team, Strategy and Network Development

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland's transition tonet zero carbon future
• Career developmentthrough mentoring andtraining
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Sports and Social Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Access to staff well-being programmes
• 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

Closing Date

10th of April, 2026

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

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About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland's leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.