About Us
We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses.
National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues – who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast-moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.
Job Introduction
National Grid Electricity Distribution is looking to recruit a resilient, adaptable and collaborative Safety Team Support. You’ll bring a curious, “can do” attitude and a strong willingness to learn. Working with the Safety team, you will help coordinate and deliver positive, proactive improvements in how we lead, manage and talk about safety — ensuring our values of “doing the right thing”, “finding a better way” and “making it happen” underpin everything you do.
No prior direct safety experience is required; we will develop your safety knowledge over time. What matters is your interest in learning, openness to professional development and a genuine motivation to make a positive difference to safety across our network. This is a flexible role that can be based at any of the South Wales Depots, with flexible hours and hybrid working arrangements available. If you’re ready to support meaningful safety improvements and grow your skills within a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.
Please make your line manager aware that you are applying for this position.
Main Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the Safety team, including taking minutes, drafting and formatting documents, raising purchase orders, arranging meetings and record management.
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Assist with the development and delivery of safety communications, engagement campaigns and awareness plans to improve team and stakeholder engagement.
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Collate and prepare Safety Committee updates and briefing packs that summarise safety metrics, trends and project progress.
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Monitor and track incident reports, investigations and corrective actions to resolution; maintain status logs and escalate overdue items.
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Support the ESQCR reporting process through data collection, preparation of submissions and accurate record-keeping.
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Provide administrative support and co-ordinate arrangements to help deliver safety team projects and deliverables as required.
The Ideal Candidate
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to produce clear, professional documentation, reports and minutes.
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Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and comfortable learning new systems; accurate data entry and database management skills.
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Strong attention to detail with a creative, solution focused approach to tasks.
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A self-starter, organised and able to work both independently and within a team.
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Openness and flexibility to change, the ability to work to tight deadlines, and comfortable with ambiguity.
About The Company
Joining the UK’s leading electricity distribution business means plenty of career opportunities and well-deserved recognition. We reward hard work and encourage ambition. So, as well as a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:
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26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous service
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Competitive contributory pension scheme (we double match your contributions up to a maximum of 12%)
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Annual Share Save plan
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Life assurance x 4 annual salary
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Contributory private healthcare scheme for you and your family
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Support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services
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Free on-site parking at all our main sites
Things you need to know
As an equal opportunities employer who is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, we celebrate individual difference and are actively bringing in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build on our inclusive culture. If you require additional support to complete your online application, please email [email protected].
Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.
National Grid Electricity Distribution is committed to safeguarding the interests of the Company, colleagues and customers. This role is subject to a satisfactory Barring Service (DBS) check. Depending on the role, different levels of screening and vetting are required. Some roles require a triannual check.
Recruitment correspondence is usually sent by email, please check your email account including spam/junk folders regularly after the closing date.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient numbers of suitable applications be received, so it would be best to apply as soon as you can. #LI-SC1 #LI-HYBRID
