Job Description
The Data Analyst is responsible for supporting the Data Technicians and Technical Support resources to deliver high quality, consistent and repeatable desktop investigation, data analysis and data correction to Scottish Power Energy Networks.
This work will be undertaken as part of the Network Data Improvement Programme (NDIP). The successful applicant will be self-motivated, able to work well as part of a team, as well as on their own initiative and be able to adhere to strict deadlines.
Role Specific Duties:
-Using defined requirements set out within the stage gate framework, becomes the subject matter expert for assigned workstreams, leading and defining on project documentation with support from technical support teams.
-Leads on assigning tasks to technical support resource relating to the setup of pre/post production desktop data investigation, analysis and correction work packages, ensuring timely delivery as set out by Project Manager.
-Leads on assigning tasks and managing performance levels with data technicians related to workstreams/work packages, in conjunction with Technical Support resource to ensure timely delivery as set out by Project Manager.
-Leads on and performs data investigation and analysis of asset data, drawing valid inferences to suggest business rules. Seeks authorization and acceptance through presenting outputs successfully to management and SPEN asset data experts using appropriate tools and formats.
-As part of the stage gate process, prepares / formats working spreadsheets to be completed by the project Production and Quality Assurance teams.
-Supports the project manager to track progress by ensuring a fit for purpose, auditable and current view is maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
-Highlights risks and issues of assigned workstream to Project Manager
-Seeks technical guidance for task delivery from Project Analyst with line management from Project Manager
-Works in line with agreed project process flows to allow timely authorisation of project workstream documentation
-As necessary, supports Project Manager in maintaining cross business working relationship with project stakeholders through meeting attendance and forums.
-Produces and delivers training documentation and group training related to assigned workstream.
-Supports Project Manager with provision of information to enable delivery planning in terms of timescales and resources requirements.
-Interfaces with other staff members to promote efficient work management, consistency and adherence in standards, procedures and processes to develop a culture of completion.
-Ensuring the provision of adequate and timely MI reporting and production, including any additional requests from Project Manager.
-Performs other project related duties as required by Project Manager and Portfolio Manager.
Key skills for the role are:
-Proficiency with GIS software
-Experience of working with data from asset management systems, ideally SAP
-Experience with Python
This can also include but is not limited to:
-GIS Project Work.
-Answering queries on Workstreams
-Working with large data sets
-Preparing Documentation for Workstream Stage Gate sign off
-Assisting with the creation of business rules and process flows
Note - Preferred local for this role
