Maintenance Strategist Cables (EU-residents)

At TenneT, we work every day on tomorrow's electricity grid. Our goal? A reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy system. As a Maintenance Strategist Cables, you play a crucial role in realizing this ambition. Ready to make an impact?

Your contribution to TenneT

TenneT is growing rapidly to realize its strategic ambitions and plays a leading role in the energy transition. Within the Maintenance Onshore (M-ON) department of Asset Management , we focus on medium- and long-term risk mitigation within TenneT's high-voltage grid to ensure security of supply and operational safety.

As a Maintenance Strategist Cables , you will take ownership of a diverse and challenging portfolio. Together with your 17 colleagues in the M-ON team, you are responsible for ensuring that TenneT's onshore grid is optimally maintained and that potential risks are identified and mitigated effectively. You will develop maintenance strategies, introduce data-driven approaches, and explore innovative solutions to strengthen the reliability and sustainability of our cable systems.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities As Maintenance Strategist Cables, you will contribute to the continuous improvement of our maintenance management processes and the long-term reliability of our grid. You will analyze risks, optimize strategies, and develop innovative methods to safeguard asset performance. Your main tasks include:

• Identifying and analyzing asset-related risks and translating them into clear mitigation measures.
• Maintaining the risk register and developing innovative and effective risk-reducing solutions.
• Supporting the preparation of investment documents and maintenance programs.
• Developing and maintaining methodologies to monitor and assess asset condition.
• Contributing to the long-term maintenance policy and replacement strategy.
• Shaping high-level strategies for maintenance and asset replacement.
• Actively contributing to the optimization of maintenance management processes.
• Representing TenneT in external working groups and partnerships , sharing knowledge and aligning best practices.

By combining analytical insight with practical experience, you will help bridge the gap between asset performance, innovation, and long-term system reliability.

Your profile and background

We are looking for a motivated and strategic professional with a passion for asset management and cable systems. You are able to translate technical insights into strategic directions, build strong connections across teams, and take initiative to continuously improve.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in Electrical Engineering or Energy Engineering .
• 5-7 years of relevant work experience with proven expertise in cable systems (mandatory).
• Strong analytical skills, situational awareness, and sound professional judgement.
• Capable of building bridges between internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Proactive and entrepreneurial mindset - you take ownership of what needs to be done.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; tactful, persuasive, and self-aware.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written, with the ability to prepare high-quality advisory documents.

Our recruiting process

Our offer

We are family friendly and flexible

Flexible working hours without fixed times and home office options allow you to organize your work individually. Our external partners also provide you with support services for various phases of life - for example, in matters relating to household services or care and career.

Health - your basis

Because we think it is important that you are healthy and feel good, we offer all kinds of great extras: we provide various opportunities to work out via our Always Energy program which offers a wide range of opportunities to indulge in sports (organised training for different sports, competitions and events). And you will receive a sports allowance if you are a member of a sports club.

Modern working environment

• Modern IT-tools
• Ergonomic workstations
• Very well equipped conference rooms and communication solutions that enable cross-location and cross-border collaboration

Attractive Remuneration And Social Benefits

We offer great benefits such as a salary based on our Collective Labor Agreement, an annual bonus and excellent pension scheme.

Personal development

Personal growth is something we actively stimulate within TenneT. For example we have our own TenneT Academy where you can explore and develop your own set of skills. More than that: you have the opportunity to work in an innovative company with an international network, to use your personal strengths and to shape the future together with us.

This will be our challenge

Asset Management ensures TenneT's sustainable and future-proof asset base. Thanks to our expertise of Asset Management in the technological field, we are able to facilitate. Our Innovative and data-driven approach promotes the energy transition and ensures security of supply.

Additional Information

TenneT offers you the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable energy future. Together with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders, you will work on innovative solutions that enable the energy transition. At TenneT, you will have the space to develop your talent and work in an environment where your growth is central.

We Offer You

• A undetemined contract or year contract with the possibility of extension based on 40 hours per week
• A salary in scale 9: € 4675 to € 9196 per month with 8% holiday allowance and 6% year-end bonus. Job grading is based on education, experience, knowledge and internal equity
• A solid pension via ABP: we pay 70% of your premium.
• 43 vacation days per year.

We highly value a good work-life balance and your personal development. Therefore, we offer flexible solutions such as:

• Hybrid working, including travel, internet, and home office allowances.
• Support for your vitality, with a contribution towards a gym membership and health insurance.
• Development opportunities through the TenneT Academy, so you can continue to expand your knowledge and skills.

We encourage initiative and give you the space to come up with new ideas. Together, we ensure that the Netherlands remains in motion and is ready for the energy of tomorrow. Ready to make an impact? Apply today and become part of our team!