An opportunity is available for a Team Member to join the Mapping Centre Data Capture Team based at our Lamby Way depot in Cardiff. *Please note the successful candidate may initially be appointed at a lower salary until all relevant courses and training are complete.As part of our hybrid working approach this role offers a mix of office and home working. Hybrid working can only be considered once your initial training is complete and subject to business need.About UsWe’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.Our people in Mapping work across our network to maintain network records. Our large team update the records generated by the Operations teams, managing the technical aspects of mapping systems, answering customer enquiries and OS updating. Their work is essential to National Grid Electricity Distribution meeting our legal obligations and making sure our people and the public are safe when working around the network.Main ResponsibilitiesCarry out standard practices and procedures associated with the maintenance, modification and update of all aspects of the Company’s Geographic Information System.The accurate transfer of Network Services and third-party records to the Company’s Geographic Information System, ensuring all data is presented in a clear, safe and unambiguous way.The update of the Geographic Information System model ensuring all relevant attribute and connectivity data is recorded.Utilise the Company’s Asset Information and Outage Management platforms to validate and enhance the Mapping data. Liaise with the Operations Teams and third-party contractors to obtain outstanding work, and to validate submitted records.Collating and searching out additional information when necessary to enable the successful updating of the Geographic Information System in an accurate, timely and efficient manner.Take responsibility for the quality of your own work, ensuring that it meets the standards set out by the Mapping Centre and conforms to the Quality Manager rules.Assist the Team Leaders with the quality assurance of the teams work as required.Deputising when requested to do so, as agreed.Undertake additional tasks in the Mapping Centre appropriate to the grade.Ensure the accurate completion of the Company’s Work Management systemsThe Ideal CandidateThe successful candidate will ideally have experience in working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or Computer Aided Design (CAD) however full training will be given on the applications used. You must have good IT skills, as well as numeracy and literacy skills and must be able to communicate effectively both verbally, and in writing, with customers and other team members and represent the company positively at all times.You must be reliable, well organised and be able to work as part of a small team and also be able to work using your own initiative. Knowledge of the Company would also be an advantage.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. #LI-SC1 #LI-HYRBIDAbout The CompanyJoining 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:26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous serviceCompetitive contributory pension scheme (we double match your contributions up to a maximum of 12%)Annual Share Save planContributory private healthcare scheme for you and your familySupport via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy servicesFree on-site parking at all our main sitesThings 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. We anonymise all applications in our recruitment system so we can eliminate unconscious bias and be a workplace that reflects the community we serve. Hiring managers only have access to necessary information at interview stage. If you require additional support to complete your online application, please email nged.recruitment@nationalgrid.co.ukRecruitment 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.
