Governance & Assurance NIS Specialist
Drax Power Station, Selby
Permanent, full time

Closing date: Friday 16th May 2025

Who we are

We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the role

This is a technical compliance-based role, reporting into the Governance & Integrity Assurance Lead. You’ll be part of the Health, Safety, Environment and Governance Team (HSEG), but work closely with the Control and Instrumentation Team, and Group Cyber Security, and cross-functionally.

You’ll provide governance, assurance, and compliance activities in support of Drax Power Station achieving the Network Information Systems regulations (NIS), enhanced profile. This role will also require ensuring impartial accountability of other teams and departments to support Drax Power Station in achieving goals and objectives.

Additional responsibilities include:

- Promoting One Safe Drax including involvement in investigating incidents of non-compliance within NIS and cyber security
- Effectively liaising with regulators, Drax teams, consultants and contractors to deliver agreed targets and ensure compliance and accountability
- Responsibility for the development and delivery of the internal audit plan in relation to NIS compliance
- Responsibility for the management and co-ordinated update of management system documents in relation to NIS.
- Facilitation of external audits and analysis of the management systems

Who we’re looking for

Ideally, you’ll have a background in IT, cyber security, and/ or control systems. A working knowledge of NIS regulations is beneficial. You’ll be able demonstrate a keen interest in developing your knowledge in this area.

You’ll need to have a structured, methodical and accurate approach with the ability to audit to a specified standard. Ideally, you’ll also be familiar with the development and maintenance of management systems.

This role requires strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence beyond your sphere of control.

Rewards and benefits

As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support your lifestyle:

- Competitive salary
- 15% on-target discretionary group performance-based bonus
- 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
- Single cover private medical insurance
- Pension scheme

We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.

How to apply

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