• Job Description

  Req#: 49144

  The Opportunity

  Superpowered. Meaningful work. Human impact. A story we’re proud to tell. This is what matters to us at National Grid. In a world of complexity and unanswered questions, there is one thing we’re certain about: the power of our people. Join us in our goal to deliver 100% fossil-free heat to our customers by 2050!

  National Grid is hiring a Damage Prevention Supervisor for our MA Gas Operations Programs and Damage Prevention department in Waltham, MA

  Job Purpose

  Rewarding work and a collaborative, team-oriented culture are just the beginning. Working at National Grid affords eligible non-union employees a vast array of benefits, including medical, dental, life, 401K, paid holidays, and vacation, just to start. Review our digital benefit guide at ngbenefitslivebrighter.com for full details and descriptions.

  Please be advised that due to the nature of this position, incumbents are subject to Federal Drug & Alcohol safety regulations governing US Department of Transportation (“DOT”) covered positions, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA). As such, the Company’s testing programs and policies regarding the use of federally prohibited drugs or alcohol, for recreational purposes, will remain in effect for these safety-sensitive, DOT covered positions.

  Oversee the operational workload and monitor the performance of team members to ensure that all work tasks comply with Company, Federal and State policies.

  To be responsible for the safety and security of the gas distribution system through the daily supervision and organization of operations personnel in order to complete job tasks while complying with company and regulatory requirements.

  Key Accountabilities

  Position Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

  • Supervise a union workforce through coaching, counseling and team building to ensure tasks are carried out in an efficient manner.
  • Ensure supervised team comply with safety standards, policies and processes in order to ensure a safe working environment and minimize risk for all staff.
  • Review, ensure accuracy and execute the approval of area purchase orders, invoices and payroll activities.
  • Build good working relationships with internal & external customers and manage the day-to-day relationship with them to understand their requirements and deliver appropriate solutions within National Grid policies and processes.
  • Monitor performance of allocated staff including issues relating to sickness, discipline, and poor standards of work to ensure work is performed efficiently and effectively.

  Promote and implement best practices to ensure all work tasks achieve high productivity and low costs.

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience managing a union workforce preferred.
  • Technical proficiency with gas field operations preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience building effective & respectful working relationships required.
  • Ability to perform off-hour coverage required.
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • Proven experience proactively making changes to improve performance, efficiency and effectiveness of processes required.
  • Flexibility in yard coverage required.

  More Information

  Salary - $88,000 - $119,000

  The 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 an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.

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• About the company

  National Grid plc is a multinational electricity and gas utility company headquartered in London, England.

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