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Excited to work for a key Belgian player in the energy landscape?

The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that Elia Belgium plays a crucial role in this? As part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator, Elia Belgium ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.

Side-by-side with your talented colleagues, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.

Only together can we make the biggest impact possible! We believe in the power of diversity: we are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.

IT Applications & Project Manager

Reference ID:  9621

Function

 

In this function you will lead, implement and support IT projects & applications within Elia related to business department ‘Asset Management’

 

The project portfolio is consisting of opportunist and practical projects in one hand and ambitious, innovative and challenging projects on the other hand. Their scope is not limited to one specific core business of a TSO but potentially addresses all of them. The main domain of activity is related to Asset Management business department.
 

The different activities include but are not limited to:

 

  • Managing IT projects, including launch and monitor of projects, the achievement of implementation plans, the follow-up of scope, budget and schedule, the management of resources, issues and risk, the production of project-related documentation,
  • Setting priorities, in collaboration with the business, within your projects portfolio,
  • Challenging & validating business requirements provided by the business.
  • Writing functional & technical design based on Microsoft technologies (.NET) in case of home-made development.
  • Managing & leading an implementation team provided by internal .NET development software factory (.NET developers & architects)
  • In collaboration with the Purchasing department, the execution of the necessary project phases required when purchasing software: carrying out market studies, identifying existing solutions, managing calls for tenders (RFIs/RFPs), determining acceptance criteria, evaluating bids, analyzing the integration architecture and integrating the software into the existing application landscape,…
  • Following up the implementation of purchased market products in collaboration with the external implementation team provided by the supplier.
  • The validation of a test strategy and the quality approach as well as their follow-up during the execution phase,
  • The organization and coordination of the deployment of IT solutions in acceptance and production environments in collaboration with the IT infrastructure teams.
  • The end-user support (second line) as well as the organization and prioritization of the maintenance of the developed solutions.

Your Profile

 

  • You have a Bachelor’s degree in applied information technology, master’s degree or equivalent by experience, preferably with a specialization in the field of electricity,
  • You have several years’ relevant experience as a project manager tasked with selecting IT products through calls for tender (RFIs/RFPs) and monitoring the implementation and integration of these products.
  • You also have relevant experience as manager of IT projects based on Microsoft architecture (e.g. .NET, Visual Studio, SQL Server). You can easily communicate with technical architects and developers.
  • You have a good knowledge of Prince 2, Agile, … methodologies.
  • You have proven experience in writing functional design to provide specifications to development team.
  • You have an analytical mind and good organizational skills.
  • You can communicate with stakeholders as easily at the technical level as at the conceptual level but also as the steering level with excellent presentation skills,
  • Your customer orientation fits perfectly with your enthusiast personality and you work autonomously and easily in international and remote teams,
  • You could spend a few days per month abroad to work out projects in collaboration with companies of the Group and international partners,
  • You keep abreast of the latest IT developments.
  • Experience in the electricity and/or energy sector, or more generally in the field of Asset Management would be an asset.
  • You are fluent in French/Dutch and English.

Offer

 

  • Salary a competitive salary package, allowance for representation expenses, year-end bonus, double vacation pay, meal vouchers (€8 per working day), eco-vouchers, sport & culture vouchers, bonuses based on individual and group results.
  • Insurance group insurance, hospitalisation insurance, ambulant care insurance for the whole family and also personal accident insurance.
  • Vacation You will be entitled to 20 vacation days and 5 additional vacation days, 6 local days, 4 exempt days (after 1 year of employment) and up to 5 long-service days (1 day for every 3 years in employment).
  • Social fund Year-end vouchers, birth and marriage allowance. We will also cover part of the cost of glasses, a dental prosthesis or similar needs.
  • Communication you will be given an iPhone, a phone subscription (for work and private use) and a laptop with internet reimbursement.
  • Discounts you will enjoy a 30% discount on your gas and electricity bill.
  • Mobility we will offer you a company car and public transport or a mobility budget.
  • Elia shares Elia will give you the opportunity to subscribe to shares with a discount of 16.66% on the average share price.

Location

 20 Boulevard de l'Empereur, 1000 Brussels

There’s something electric in the air with this job offer!

In exchange for your work and dedication, you enjoy the following benefits:

A job full of variety with a top employer: Elia encourages innovation and collaboration. Within our company you will be at the forefront of the energy transition, and you will have the chance to contribute to ground-breaking technologies designed to accelerate this transition. It is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills.

Focus on personal growth and well-being at work: Discover a wide range of professional training and coaching opportunities that are guaranteed to give your personal growth a solid boost.  At the same time, as a top employer, we put maximum effort into a positive work culture in which your well-being is central.

Development opportunities for a challenging career: At Elia, we encourage you to seek out and seize new professional opportunities. You will enjoy complete freedom to shape your career on your own terms.

A diverse team of passionate colleagues: Elia puts a high value on diversity and inclusion. You will join a diverse and passionate team that enjoys sharing knowledge and leading the way towards a more sustainable future together.

These are just a few of the benefits that distinguish Elia as a Top Employer. We are convinced that your contribution to our team will be invaluable and look forward to welcoming you soon!

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