Senior Protection Engineer

To oversee, deliver, advise and manage various operations associated with the electricity transmission and distribution system for Guernsey Electricity. This includes construction, operation and maintenance works associated with the entire electricity supply network and all associated assets owned by the company. The post holder will be responsible for delivering excellent service and be a sound communicator.

• As the Senior Protection Engineer this role is directly accountable for the operation of the Protection sub-function within the Distribution Department. Managing and delivering the distribution network protection programme including inspections, defects, monitoring, replacement, and enhancements. Whilst acting as a key support to the Engineering Team Lead and the other Senior Engineers including cover during absences.
• Control and carry out High and Medium voltage switching and make safe apparatus for the issue and cancelling of safety documents.
• Monitoring maintenance activities and look at new processes and technologies including reporting and forecasting for BLT.
• The post holder will be expected to approve and manage planned and unplanned switching programmes.

• Minimum of HNC/HND in electrical and electronics or similar
• At least 5 years post training experience of the Distribution systems
• At least 5 years post training experience with Distribution protection systems
• Demonstrable experience in designing, commissioning, or maintaining protection schemes for 11kV–90kV networks.
• Expertise in setting and configuring protection relays (Siemens, ABB, Schneider, GE, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of UK DNO standards, ENA TS, G99/G100, and statutory regulations.
• Must have a formal safety qualification from a recognised institution e.g. IOSH – Managing Safely or NEBOSH
• Must be a Distribution Authorised Person (AP) under the GE Safety Rules
• Preferably a Distribution Control Person (CP), or working towards
• Must be self-motivated to agree and deliver against defined output targets.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and support trainee engineers.
• High level of organisational and planning capability.
• Good business sense and an understanding of contract procedures
• Good interpersonal skills
• The post holder has a duty to keep up to date with industry practice and new technologies.
• Demonstrates a current knowledge of the functional structure of Guernsey Electricity, its mission, objectives, strategies, and critical success factors.
• Ability to communicate and manage people effectively; continually improving the performance of indirect reports by providing feedback, mentoring and coaching
• To project manage major enhancements when required to ensure time and budget targets are met.
• Excellent project management and planning experience
• An enthusiastic, co-operative and positive behaviour, with an ability to work independently and results orientated.
• Be proficient with computers and software.
• Experience in assessing detailed financial and technical data

Guernsey Electricity has been providing power to our beautiful island of Guernsey for over 100 years.  We are committed to providing a safe, stable, value-for-money energy supply, while maintaining a responsible attitude towards the environment.

A career in the energy industry will place you at the heart of some of the most innovative work taking place across our island. If you are looking to begin your career or are looking for a career change, Guernsey Electricity could be just the place for you.