Head Of Capacity & Congestion Management in Wien

Electricity flows with us. On behalf of Switzerland and in cooperation with international partners, we work every day to develop the best solutions for the Swiss electricity grid.Sind Sie bereit, sich zu bewerben Vergewissern Sie sich, dass Sie alle Verantwortlichkeiten und Aufgaben im Zusammenhang mit dieser Stelle verstehen, bevor Sie fortfahren.Head of Capacity & Congestion Management (80-100%)Help keep Switzerland's lights onYou ensure that the capacity of Switzerland’s high-voltage grid is used optimally, both within Switzerland and as part of the interconnected European grid. As a driving force behind capacity and congestion management, you develop solutions that intelligently connect the market and the grid while balancing technical and economic requirements. Your key responsibilities include:Leadership and development of the Capacity & Congestion Management team while ensuring the sustainable development of the organisation, processes and capabilitiesAnticipation of regulatory, market and operational changes and derivation of future‑ready solutions for market, operational and cross‑border planningEnsuring efficient and robust processes through an end‑to‑end understanding of capacity and congestion management across the entire organisation, continuous performance monitoring, and ongoing improvementActive contribution to national and European collaboration and representation of Swissgrid’s interests in dealings with authorities, transmission system operators and market partnersEffective leadership of people and resources through employee development, the creation of a culture based on trust and performance, and the efficient management of budgets, performance and risks.This is how you make a differenceYou combine strong analytical and conceptual skills with a confident manner, negotiation skills and an operational and strategic mindset. You communicate complex matters clearly, proactively initiate change and create a motivating working environment. You also bring the following qualifications and experience:Master’s degree in electrical engineering, economics or a natural science discipline, ideally complemented by further education in economicsSix to ten years of relevant professional experience, particularly in electricity trading, power plant dispatch or grid operationsIn‑depth knowledge of national and international energy markets as well as the relevant regulatory and legal frameworksAdvanced knowledge of congestion and balancing group management as well as operational planning, together with a very good understanding of the interaction between market and grid operationsExperience leading an organisational unit or completed further training in people managementExperience negotiating with international partners and authorities, along with strong conflict resolution and facilitation skillsBusiness‑fluent German and English, as well as advanced French language skillsWhat we offerWe offer varied and exciting responsibilities in a company that is unique in Switzerland, together with a modern working environment in the immediate vicinity of Aarau railway station. You will also benefit from:Flexible working arrangements based on a 42‑hour week, including opportunities to work from home30 days of annual leave, plus company holidays between Christmas and New YearProgressive social benefits and an attractive pension planOpportunities for professional developmentFinancial and/or time support for internal or external further education and trainingCompetitive salary and recognition of strong performanceAbout usWe are preparing the Swiss electricity market for the future: stable, efficient and connected across Europe. xshrkfv With innovative market products, high‑performance modelling and intelligent capacity and congestion management, we create the foundation for a secure and flexible electricity market.#J-18808-Ljbffr