Northern Powergrid
Smart Metering Data Analyst
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Smart Metering Data Analyst
Data Analyst – Smart Metering MAP Business
About the Role
Exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Data Analyst to join our Smart Metering MAP Business at Northern Powergrid.
Our vision is to be the best energy company serving 3.9 million homes while delivering a sustainable energy solution. As a Smart Metering Data Analyst, you will play a key role in ensuring metering assets are effectively tracked, managed, and maintained throughout their lifecycle.
Candidates with a passion for the company and a desire to succeed are encouraged to apply.
Job Banding
£38,194 to £43,924 (dependent on experience)
Benefits
- Enrolment into our pension scheme
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 28 days based on level of service
- Professional development opportunities with clear progression routes
Key Responsibilities
- Interpret data and analyse results using statistical techniques; produce ongoing reports
- Acquire data from primary or secondary sources and maintain databasesystems as required
- Filter and "clean" data by reviewing system reports, printouts, and performance indicators
- Identify and correct data integrity issues
- Use Microsoft Power BI to manipulate data and create tailored reports
- Attend supplier meetings to assist the Contract Manager with data needs (e.g., supporting firmware updates)
- Assist in meter billing for absences due to holidays/sickness
- Stakeholder management: Adapt communication style; influence decisions and resolve conflicts
- Strong written and spoken communication skills; maintain high-quality, structured outputs
- Prioritise tasks effectively while ensuring deadlines are met with precision
- Prove expertise in problem-solving through data interpretation and analysis
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Key Competencies
- Stakeholder relationship and conflict management
- Strong interpersonal communication skills (oral and written)
- Organisational efficiency and logical priority management
- Data accuracy focus – a track record of high-quality outputs
- Operational and commercial awareness
- Analytical problem-solving skills
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Essential Experience & Qualifications
✔ Experience in report production ✔ Proficiency with Microsoft Power BI ✔ Level 3 Data Analyst qualification (or equivalent) ✔ Minimum qualification of NVQ Level 4 (or HNC) or 2 A-Levels
Preferred Experience
- Knowledge of DAX, SQL, or Python Programming
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel)
- Experience in billing and invoicing systems
- Background in asset tracking (updating, monitoring, and reporting)
- Ability to compile and present management reports
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