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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.

Project Manager Extra High Voltage

Reference ID:  9023

Function

As Project Manager Extra High Voltage, you will develop the architecture of the extra high voltage grid (>= 220 kV) in terms of both its onshore and its offshore infrastructure. You will help to shape the energy transition by designing a long-term grid architecture that is ready for the enormous challenges to be faced in the decades to come, such as the large-scale integration of (offshore) renewable energy and the electrification of society, but also the safeguarding of security of supply.    

 

More specifically, you will search, together with internal and external partners, for creative and solid solutions such as the construction of an offshore energy hub, reinforcement of the 380kV grid or new interconnections with the surrounding North Sea countries, that provide an answer to the above-mentioned challenges from a technical, economic and strategic perspective. In your work, you will consider the ambitions of the European and Belgian governments and Elia’s strategies in the areas of financing, asset management, safety, the environment, etc. … This means you will be responsible for defining, preparing the approval for and following up the portfolio with infrastructure projects. 

 

This role involves the following duties and responsibilities:

  • You will have pro-active contact with various internal and external stakeholders (experts in the areas of security of supply, market and grid experts, Customer Relations, customers, TSOs of neighbouring countries, interest groups, regulators, government departments…). This will allow you to properly estimate their needs when it comes to the development of the 380 kV and offshore grids in the short, medium-long and long term. 
  • Taking into account the resources and strategies, you will translate the needs into an inspiring architecture that you will account for from a technical and economic perspective (cost-benefit analysis) and translate into a comprehensive plan of approach, which you will document and defend internally. 
  • Following approval, you will ensure that the logical parts of this comprehensive plan are launched in due course, based on a functional detailed description (including the technical scope, timing and budgets) that complies with the pre-determined needs and constraints. 
  • You will prepare clear arguments for these projects and defend them in relation to internal and external stakeholders, such as regulators, governments, neighbouring system operators, … You will proactively assess possible risks and bottlenecks and will try to anticipate them. Your arguments will make an essential contribution to the preparation of the Federal Development Plan that Elia will submit to the minister for approval. 
  • You will check the consistency of your portfolio and adapt it, where necessary, based on the feedback on project implementation (technical scope, timing and budgets) and any changes in external parameters (connection confirmations, actual changes in the energy mix, etc.). 
  • You will play an active role, both nationally and internationally, in drawing up long-term network development plans (Federal Development Plan, Ten Year Network Development Plan) or as an expert for the revision of certain European regulations. 
  • You will develop your skills and the company's know-how by contributing to or coordinating research and development projects.
  • You will build technical and economic expertise regarding the investment projects and will act as advisor in various national and international working groups. 

 

Your Profile

  • You are an industrial or civil engineer (electrical, electromechanical, mechanical or electronics).
  • You have about 5 years of experience in project development/project management.
  • You enjoy working in a transversal setting and are strong in stakeholder engagement.
  • You are strong in analysis and economic judgment.
  • You have a sense of initiative and work autonomously.
  • You work well as part of a team, have good interpersonal skills and can communicate convincingly (orally and in writing).
  • You have a perfect command of English with a good knowledge of French or Dutch.

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: Sinterklaas and 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. 
  • Private PC plan: once every 3 years, a budget will be made available to you for a PC/tablet with software & peripherals for personal use. 
  • 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

Léon Monnoyerkaai 3, 1000 Brussel

This office is easily accessible by public transport, a 5-minute walk from Schaarbeek station.

We also operate a hybrid work policy that allows you to combine working in the office and at home.

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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