Innovation Analyst - Implementation

Up to £50,000 + benefits

Warwick, hybrid

At National Gas, the work we do matters.  

As Britain's national gas network, we help keep the lights on, businesses running, and homes warm by maintaining the critical infrastructure that transports gas across Great Britain. While providing the energy security Britain relies on today, we're also helping transform the network for a clean energy future. 

Join us and help secure Britain's energy. 

About the role:

Working as part of the Innovation team, you will provide technical and change management expertise across a diverse portfolio of Innovation projects focused on the UK's existing natural gas transmission network, improving its efficiency, reliability, resilience and safety. The role supports strategic themes including energy security & resilience, operational performance, asset management and safety, working closely with internal teams and external partners to shape ideas into deliverable work. Using a structured approach of problem identification such as Lean or Six Sigma, root cause analysis and proof-of-concept (PoC) validation, the role helps define clear value cases, de-risk solutions and translate learning into scalable improvements for business-as-usual operations.

Key accountabilities:

• Support project delivery with a high Technology Readiness Level (TRL) and deploying solutions into the business.

• Seek improvements to existing ways of working and develop solutions to deliver an increased performance in area of expertise.

• Support the strategic portfolio of projects and technology roadmaps with stakeholder input.

• Work with worldwide and UK stakeholders to develop cross functional innovation projects and ensure the validity of our strategy and portfolio of projects.

• Support the technical delivery of NIA, SIF and UKRI portfolio projects in the given strategic theme.

• Support in the identification and application of external funding opportunities.  

• Develop project scopes and funding bids with relevant teams.  

• Develop project overview packs and financial project information for internal review.  

• Monitor and manage project delivery on multiple projects progression against time, cost and quality. 

• Support the value tracking and benefit realisation process of the innovation portfolio to support regulatory reporting commitments.

• Support engagement with internal and external stakeholders to disseminate knowledge and learning from the project. 

About you:

Essential:

• Experience utilising six sigma and/or lean innovation mechanisms to develop programmes, business cases, and scopes of work.

• Experience of working on multidisciplinary engineering projects, communicating complex technical solutions across multi-disciplinary functions, and cross-functional indirect teams.

• Demonstrated ability to embed innovation or change programmes into operational business practices.

• Experience of managing stakeholder, supplier and client relationships and building trusted relationships.

• Experience developing and managing projects, delivering on time and within budget. 

• Broad understanding of National Gas Transmission’s business.  

Desirable:

• Incorporated member of an institution would be highly regarded e.g. IGEM, IMechE, IMMM, IET etc

• Knowledge of NIA and SIF project funding mechanisms and the regulatory governance requirements.

• Knowledge of external funding mechanisms (Ofgem, InnovateUK, EU).

• Knowledge of IP positions relating to innovation projects.  

• Experience with regulatory and financial reporting.

• Experience of operational or technical asset management in gas transmission or petrochemical environment.

• Technical understanding of a wide range of National Gas Transmission assets. 

What we can offer you:

• Up to £50,000 salary

• Market-leading double-match pension (for every £1 you add, we add £2)

• Annual performance bonus

• 26 days holiday plus 8 statutory days and option to buy 5 additional days

• 10x salary life assurance and income protection

• Flexible opt-in salary sacrifice benefits including private healthcare, car, dental, and technology schemes

• Family-friendly policies, wellbeing support, and professional development opportunities.

Security clearance:

This role is subject to National Security Vetting (NSV). Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain Security Clearance (SC) throughout their employment. For further information, visit GOV.UK (UK Security Vetting: Clearance Levels).

Inclusive recruitment:

We're building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve, championing diversity, and creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued for their unique contribution. We support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond. 

National Gas is a Disability Confident employer and signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. 

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Further information:

• There will be some UK travel involved to sites and conferences, therefore a UK driver’s licence is essential.
• Advert close: 2/10/26
• Interviews: w/c 12th October 2026