Job Description
Technical Operations Shift Lead
Office Based
Manchester Only
Competitive Salary plus benefits
The Role
The DCC is actively seeking highly skilled, determined and motivated Shift Lead Technical Operations Analysts to join this critical Operations team. The successful candidates will provide continuous monitoring of the DCC total system. Following a suitable induction and training period, youll be accountable to manage, lead and develop a team of TOC Analysts to deliver an optimal service.
What will you be doing?
In this role you will work closely with other DCC Operations functions, our Service Providers and Customers to ensure that the DCCs systems and platforms are working optimally with an outcome of limited downtime for our customers. A thirst for proactive continuous improvement is critical and working closely with stakeholders to improve monitoring is a key requirement, therefore problem solving skills are essential.
The DCCs infrastructure and supply chain is complex and a demonstrable ability to assimilate a significant volume of technical and process detail is required. Previous IT, Network, Application support/experience (in a TOC/NOC/Svc Desk environment) and the ability to quantify and validate observed impact is essential.
Shift Lead Technical Operations Analysts will be the go to when DCCs Customers and Senior Management. Strong stakeholder management skills are a must. With awareness of the DCCs commercial position within industry to protect and maintain the DCCs reputation.
This role will cover a shift pattern over a 365x7x24 period to ensure departmental cover is in place at all times. Some inter-site travel and work outside of regular shifts may be required subject to business needs.
What are we looking for?
Have current valid Security Clearance or be willing to be Security cleared.
Experience in supporting a team through; people, task & performance management.
Ability to support junior team members with training, escalations & skills development. In addition to mentoring new and existing team members.
Working closely with Senior Managers and stakeholders. On occasion, deputising as TOC Snr Manager where required.
Precise written and verbal communications skills are essential,
on all levels to external stakeholders, including non-technical audiences.
Have experience in ITIL frameworks, supporting Incident, Change, Problem Management and Service Centre.
Must be a well-organised and a diligent planner & documenter, able to assemble & maintain both existing and new processes, work instructions and Smart Metering issues.
Good understanding of End to End smart metering, with a willingness to continually learn.
Work with internal functions and Service Providers to continually refine DCCs monitoring capability in terms of pro-activity, diagnostic accuracy and responsiveness. Develop uses cases for continuous improvement .
Preferable experience in some R, SQL, Elastic, AWS, Data Analytics/Analysis/Omniscope tools & coding.
Promptly communicates and escalates to the ITIL functions any issues & incidents which require their attention.
Act as the first point of escalation for incidents and requests from wider DCC business.
About the DCC:
At the DCC, we believe in making Britain more connected, so we can all lead smarter, greener lives. That desire to make a difference is what drives us every day and it wouldnt be possible without our people. Each person at the DCC brings a special kind of power to the business, and if you join us, well give you the means to unleash yours. Here, we depend on each other and hold each other accountable. You have the power to challenge and make change, to take the initiative and enjoy real responsibility. Whether its doing purposeful work, helping us grow or building the career you want
well give you the support to do it all. Our secure network for smart meters is transforming Britains energy system and helping the countrys fight against climate change: we want you to be part of our journey.
Company benefits:
The DCCs continued success depends on our people. Its important to us that you enjoy coming to work, and feel healthy, happy, and rewarded. In this role, youll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalized plan unique to your lifestyle.
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Join the DCC and discover the power of you.
What to do now
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Capita Opportunity Statement
The parent company, Capita Plc*, are a leading UK provider of technology enabled business services. Were supporting and improving the lives of millions of people every day and we can only do this with the right people in place, working towards a shared goal. We encourage an open, honest working environment where everyone can be true to themselves, and people are valued for their differences. Were always challenging each other to learn and improve, because we know when we work together, we can deliver better outcomes. We work across such a huge range of businesses and sectors, that youll have the opportunity to grow and develop your career in any number of directions. Youll also become part of a network of 63,000 experienced, innovative, and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and well provide the support you need to do deliver. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.