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National Energy System Operator

National Energy System Operator

Creating a world where everyone has access to reliable, clean and affordable energy.

NESO is the National Energy System Operator for Great Britain. We move power around Great Britain to keep homes and businesses supplied with the energy they need 24/7, 365 days a year. This is the first time in Great Britain that one organisation will plan and operate the whole energy system.

Are you passionate about changing the way in which we use energy for generations to come? There has never been a more exciting time to join the energy industry. By joining NESO as a Graduate or Undergraduate you will be at the heart of keeping GB’s electricity flowing 24/7 as well as working towards only using clean power in GB by 2030 and beyond. We recruit on our schemes using a strengths-based methodology. If you’ve got a passion to learn and motivation to succeed, we will teach you everything you need to know about the energy industry
Molly Edwards
Early Careers Manager

We are the National Energy System Operator for Great Britain, making sure that Great Britain has the essential energy it needs by ensuring supply meets demand every second of every day.

We sit at the heart of the energy system, harnessing our engineering and commercial expertise to balance supply and demand in real-time. Every second, we ensure that electricity flows seamlessly to where it’s needed.

With the British Government’s commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050, the energy industry is uniting to build a cleaner energy future. At NESO, we play a vital role in this journey, continuously innovating to shape the future of energy, and working tirelessly to operate a more sustainable energy system. Together, we’re energising a greener Britain.

Perks and benefits

  • Bonus and reward scheme

  • Cycle scheme

  • Employee assistance

  • Flexible working

  • Generous parental leave

  • Gym membership

  • Learning and development

  • Pension

  • Remote working

  • Rewards and benefits

  • Wellbeing scheme

National Energy System Operator

Faraday House, Warwick, United Kingdom, CV34 6DA

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Company information

Headquarters:
Warwick
Founded:
October 2024
Revenue:
Government organisation not for profit
Company size:
2000-2500

Contact details

Locations

Wokingham

Bearwood Road, Sindlesham, Wokingham, United Kingdom, CV34 6DA

Glasgow

100 W George Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G2 1PB

Warwick

Faraday House, Warwick, United Kingdom, CV34 6DA

Testimonials

I’ve learnt how to apply my academic background in mathematics to real-world energy challenges.

One highlight was contributing to the Platform for Energy Forecasting (PEF), which uses MET Office weather data to support the Control Room in forecasting solar and wind power.
Abi Ayoola
Data Science Graduate

Culture

Our Purpose: Forging a path to a sustainable future for everyone. Our Vision: A future where everyone has access to reliable, clean and affordable energy; our work will be a catalyst for change across the global community.

Values

Our Values: Together we share the same values which enables us to achieve our purpose and vision. Our values are ‘how’ we go about everything that we do, defining who we are as a company and how we are seen by others. Accelerate Progress We deliver better outcomes at pace when we take accountability, are courageous and progress the bigger picture. Build trust We build trust when we listen to and understand the needs of our colleagues, consumers, customers and stakeholders, are transparent with our actions and deliver on our commitments. Be Curious We achieve more when we demonstrate a growth mindset, being curious, asking questions beyond and within our organisation to develop, learn and innovate. Create Belonging We perform at our best when we can be our true selves, embrace diversity and are truly inclusive.

Awards

Inclusive Leadership Award, Royal Academy of Engineering

2025

Shortlisted for Graduate Employer of the year - Target Jobs National Graduate Recruitment Awards

2025

Elly Segre, Graduate, Graduate of the year – Women in Utilities (WUN)

2025