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Electrical Lead Safety Specialist (Field Safety)

Business Unit:  National Grid Ventures
Requisition Number:  10521

About us

National Grid Ventures (NGV) Interconnectors are at the heart of the UK's transition to a cleaner, more secure energy future. Through our portfolio of high voltage direct current (HVDC) interconnectors, we connect the UK electricity system with neighbouring markets, supporting energy security, affordability and decarbonisation.

 

We're looking for an experienced Electrical Safety Lead to join our Interconnectors Operations Safety Team. This is a unique opportunity to play a critical role in shaping and governing electrical safety across some of the UK's most strategically important energy assets.

About the role

As Electrical Safety Lead, you will be the custodian of NGV Interconnectors' Electricity Safety Rules, Interconnector Safety Instructions (ISIs), and authorisation governance processes. You'll provide specialist leadership and expertise to ensure our electrical safety arrangements remain robust, compliant and effective across both operational assets and future projects.

 

Working closely with operational teams, contractors, engineering specialists, construction teams and senior leaders, you'll drive excellence in Safety from the System, authorisation and competence management, assurance, and continuous improvement.

 

The role will also lead the electrical safety governance workstream supporting any future transition of BritNed and Nemo Link towards NGV Interconnectors' Electricity Safety Rules and associated safety arrangements.

 

This role is offered on a hybrid basis, with candidates required to be based near Warwick, Kent, Portsmouth, Northumberland or Lincolnshire and willing to undertake regular travel to other Interconnector sites across the portfolio.

What you'll do

  • Owning and maintaining NGV Interconnectors' Electricity Safety Rules, ISIs and associated guidance.
  • Leading ISI 30 authorisation governance, including appointment and review processes for safety-critical roles.
  • Supporting and conducting authorisation assessments and competence reviews.
  • Designing and delivering risk-based assurance activities across electrical safety controls.
  • Providing expert advice on the practical application of Electricity Safety Rules and safe systems of work.
  • Working with training providers and operational teams to ensure competency and training requirements remain current and effective.
  • Leading electrical safety governance activities associated with the potential transition of BritNed and Nemo Link.
  • Supporting incident investigations and ensuring lessons learned are embedded into safety arrangements.
  • Producing management information and reporting for Interconnectors leadership teams.
  • Representing NGV Interconnectors at internal and external technical, safety and industry forums.

What you'll need

  • Strong experience working within high-voltage electrical environments.
  • Knowledge of Electricity Safety Rules, Safety Instructions and Safe Systems of Work.
  • Experience in an authorised electrical safety role (SAP, AP, CP or equivalent).
  • Understanding of transmission, distribution, HVDC or interconnector operations.
  • Experience developing or implementing electrical safety procedures, standards or operational controls.
  • Knowledge of authorisation, competence or training processes for safety-critical roles.
  • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
  • The ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively.
  • A minimum HNC qualification in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
  • A commitment to promoting a positive safety culture and continuous improvement.

 

It would be great if you also have:

  • Experience working with HVDC interconnectors or converter station operations.
  • NEBOSH, IOSH or other relevant safety qualifications.
  • Experience in assurance, audit, incident investigation or competency management.
  • Experience working across joint ventures, major infrastructure projects or operational energy environments

What you'll get

A competitive salary between £61,000 - £72,000 - depending on expereince. 

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

More information

This role closes on Wednesday 19th August at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary. 

 

 At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

 

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.

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