Lead Specialist, T&D Line Standards

Description

• Review, revise and develop electrical operating procedures (EOP) for the construction, maintenance or operating the electrical system as scheduled, incident or mandated through regulation by working closely with safety, training, environmental, construction standards, and operational interests.
• Provide support for the operations, maintenance and construction of the National Grid companies’ overhead and underground systems 46kV and below.
• Support all requests for incident analysis (IAs) as a Team Member and complete action items assigned.
• Investigate new equipment and tools which provide enhanced ergonomics, safety or efficiency; provide specification and direction to procurement for successful onboarding.
• Maintain open and strong communications within divisional assignment by participating in regular safety meetings; upon request from Director/Manager and Supervision in addressing operational concerns by providing uniform direction and expertise in work practices, tools, equipment, procedures and construction standards.
• Promote a strong safety culture through leadership and being the ambassador of adhering to company procedures, safety rules and work practices.
• Respond to and provide necessary support during local/system/mutual assistance emergencies.
• Investigate equipment problems and failures with manufacturers and vendors with recommendations based on investigative results for corrective and preventative actions, and or procurement of new equipment and materials.
• Perform post-construction audits; compile reports on audit findings and corrective actions.
• Manage special programs and projects as required.
• Work closely with operations personnel to assure National Grid construction standards and procedures are implemented.
• Chair/participate in union/management committees on operational issues, equipment, tool, vehicle, and safety.

Requirements

• Must be self-directed and highly motivated.
• Ability to work at heights.
• Experience on OH/UG distribution systems is required with a strong background in the construction, operations and maintenance with Safety as the primary focus (CUSP Certification is desirable.)
• Be familiar with regulatory standards, interpret and apply accordingly in the interest of the company.
• Overnight travel is required, and support of off-hours emergency work is required.
• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (EIT or PE is desirable) with five years’ experience in electrical operations; or an equivalent combination of higher education, training and work experience will be considered.
• Familiar with all Electric Operating Procedures (EOP) including completion of EOP Training Courses such as: Clearance and Control G014 and Personal Protective Grounding D002 are required
• Applicant must have excellent oral and written communication skills, and knowledge of National Grids computer systems.
• Requirements include strong interpersonal skills, with very good analytical skills.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance