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NIE Networks
Northern Ireland Electricity Networks (NIE Networks) is the owner of the electricity transmission and distribution networks in Northern Ireland, transporting electricity to over 910,000 customers including homes, businesses and farms.
Our role is to maintain and extend the electricity infrastructure across Northern Ireland, connect customers to the network and ensure that our equipment is safe and reliable. We also provide electricity meters and metering data to suppliers and market operators. NIE Networks does not supply electricity. Customers receive their electricity bill from their chosen electricity supplier of which there are currently five operating in Northern Ireland.
Danesfort, Belfast, BT9 5HT
, Ballymena, BT42 3HB
57, Belfast, BT3 9JU
, Craigavon, BT63 5WH
, Londonderry, BT47
30, Omagh, BT79 0RX
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A bit MORE about us...
Who we are
Acquired by ESB in December 2010, NIE Networks operates as an independent organisation with its own Board and management teams and separate regulation via the Utility Regulator for Northern Ireland.
NIE Networks is committed to delivering a sustainable energy system for all, including behaving sustainably in our own practices. We recognise that our activities have environmental and societal impacts and that we should responsibly manage these impacts while supporting sustainable economic development.
What we do
Our role is to maintain and extend the electricity infrastructure across Northern Ireland, connect customers to the network and ensure that our equipment is safe and reliable. We also provide electricity meters and metering data to suppliers and market operators.
NIE Networks does not supply electricity. Customers receive their electricity bill from their chosen electricity supplier of which there are currently five operating in Northern Ireland.
We serve all 910,000 homes, farms and businesses connected to the electricity network
We have over 1,500 employees
Every year we invest around £100 million in the network
Our transmission and distribution network consists of:
Employee Benefits
We believe in our people – they keep our business moving forward.
It is important that your pay makes you feel valued and that your skills are respected. That’s why we review our salaries annually, benchmarking them against the industry and putting in place pay progression scales.
Attractive salary and benefits package
Salary Sacrifice Pension with up to 8% employer contributions
34 days annual leave rising to 36 days with service
Up to 5 days additional holiday (option to purchase)
Wedding day leave (*conditions apply)
26 weeks maternity / 10 days paternity leave at full pay
Free On-site parking at all of our locations
Perks card offering discounts in retail, hospitality, travel and much more
Social club that organises events at discounted rates
But reward should be more than just financial.
We believe that everyone should feel safe and be healthy during their time working for us. We also want all of our employees to feel valued, respected and welcomed and to have opportunities for training and development to allow you to be the best you can be.
Training & Development
Apprenticeship, scholarship and graduate programmes
Mentors to support development
Development programmes and career progression opportunities
Professional accreditation and membership
iHub – your ideas count. Little ideas can make a big difference
Recognition
Recognition for service to NIE Networks
Company events that recognise and reward development and progression
Community
Volunteering opportunities available
Teambuilding events
Participation in the NIE Networks Charities Fund
Special leave for representation at national / international sporting events
Health & Wellbeing
Access to private medical cover
Free GP helpline service
Confidential counselling helpline service
Free eye tests and eyecare vouchers
Hybrid working opportunities
Childcare support scheme (subject to eligibility and family friendly policies)
Discounted gym membership
Cycle to Work Scheme (£3000 limit)
A career break (to support further education, domestic responsibilities, voluntary work or sporting events)
Established Health & Wellbeing Forum
Health assessments
We have also recently achieved Investors in People (IIP) Platinum accreditation.
Gordon Parkes, Executive Director - People and Culture, commented externally as follows: “We are absolutely delighted to have achieved Investors in People Platinum accreditation. Platinum accreditation is held by only 6% of the 55,000 organisations accredited worldwide and 3% of organisations within Northern Ireland. Our employees are the heart and soul of our organisation, and it is reassuring to have received such positive feedback from both them and the IIP assessor. It is also a welcome recognition for the dedication and commitment of our employees who work hard to serve the people of Northern Ireland and make NIE Networks a great place to work.”