Senior Specialist

About us

National Grid is hiring a Senior Specialist for our NY Safety Policies & Programs department. This position can be based in Albany or Syracuse, NY.

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.

To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

Job Purpose

The successful candidate will collaborate extensively with stakeholders across the organization to collect, validate, analyze, and communicate safety-related information. This role supports data-driven decision making by ensuring the integrity of safety data, identifying trends, improving reporting capabilities, and contributing to programs that enhance employee safety and reduce risk.

Key Accountabilities

• Maintain injury and illness records in compliance with OSHA recordkeeping requirements and company standards.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and complete reporting of safety metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), and regulatory submissions.
• Coordinate the daily collection, review, and entry of incident data into the U.S. Incident Management System (IMS).
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of safety programs designed to reduce serious injuries and improve overall safety performance.
• Serve as a subject matter resource for incident data classification, reporting requirements, and IMS functionality.
• Assist in conducting audits, reviews, and training activities to promote data quality, reporting accuracy, and process consistency.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders across Safety, Operations, Human Resources, Workers' Compensation, and other business functions.
• Reconcile and validate information across multiple systems, including Workers' Compensation, IMS, and contractor incident reporting platforms.
• Analyze safety performance data to identify trends, root causes, emerging risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and presentations that support leadership decision making and regulatory compliance.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen safety programs, reporting processes, and organizational safety culture.
• Support National Grid's commitment to a culture where safety is a core value and operational priority.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Science, Business Analytics, or a related discipline; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in safety data management
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
• High standards of professionalism, ethics, and accountability.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills across all levels of an organization.

Preferred

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, including 29 CFR 1904 recordkeeping requirements.
• Experience in utility safety, industrial safety, environmental health and safety (EHS), or a related field.
• Experience working with incident management, safety reporting, or compliance systems.
• Data analysis, visualization, and reporting experience.
• Familiarity with project management principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience identifying performance trends and translating data into actionable recommendations.

More Information

Salary: $96,000.00 - $112,000.00 USD annually

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.
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