Role Title: Workplace& FacilitiesSpecialist Reports to: Head of People & Place Location: Belfast (Hybrid) Who We Are SONI is Northern Irelands Transmission System Operator. We are the people behind Northern Irelands electricity grid. We make sure that every home, business, school, hospital,factoryand farm has power - when and where they need it. Andthatsjust the beginning of our story. We have a critical role to play in delivering a cleaner, cheaper more secure energy future for everyone living in Northern Ireland. Our focus is on safety,securityand reliability. Our work environment is challenging, fast-moving, collaborative and team orientated. Our culture is driven by continual development,knowledgeand teamwork. Our people are committed to reducing Northern Irelands reliance on fossil fuels and transforming the energy system to make decarbonisation a reality while providing a safe and reliable electricity supply in a way that secures the future for those who follow us. The work you will deliver with us here at SONI matters. Join a great and supportive team and be part of the transformation. The Role The People and Place function playsa central rolewithin SONI, helping to create a workplace where people, processes and technology can thrive. Our workplace facilities are an important part of shaping an environment that is inclusive,safeand supportive for everyone an environment where colleagues can do their best work and feel confident that their wellbeing is being prioritised. As a Workplace & FacilitiesSpecialist, you will provide practical, peoplefocused workplace support andwork closely with colleagues and externalpartnerstomaintaina positive and accessible environment across our sites. You will contribute to ensuring that our facilities run smoothly, safely and in line with our organisational values. A significant part of this role involves collaborating with trusted externalpartnerswho deliver workplace services.You will build strong,supportiveworking relationshipswith these providers and help ensure that services are deliveredwith a focus on quality, inclusion, value for money and colleagueexperience.These services include facilities management, security,cateringand health & safety. You may also be involved in workplace and estate-related projects. You will playan important rolein monitoring service effectiveness,identifyingopportunities for improvement and ensuring that our practicesremaincompliant,accessibleand aligned with our commitment to a positive workplace culture. SONI maintains ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) accreditation.Working with our HSESpecialist, you will help to ensure these standards are upheld through activities such as audits,reviewand improvementinitiatives. This rolewill suit someone who has a facilities, health &safetyor vendor management background. The roleis based in Belfast and is offered on a parttime basis (23 days per week), with flexibility to adjust hours as needed. We welcome applicants whovalue flexibility and want to contributemeaningfully to SONIs workplace environment and safety culture. Key Responsibilities Build positiveday-to-dayrelationships with externalpartnersproviding workplace facilities, Health & Safety, security and catering services, supporting ahigh qualityandinclusivecolleague experience. Contribute to thethoughtful,efficientand inclusive use of the workplace space as part of ourmodernisationprogramme. Engage proactively with stakeholders to understand needs and help ensure onsite expectations are met. Build andmaintainstrong, collaborative relationshipsacross the organisation and with externalpartners. Support effective vendorrelationships,helpingwith thetimelydelivery ofservices within agreed budgets. Follow agreed procurementto support fair,transparentand compliant activity, includingmonitoringtimelines andassistingwith procurement whenrequired. Helpmaintaina safe,accessibleand legally compliant working environment, meeting all statutory fire,healthand safety standards. Support the implementation and review of building procedures and workplace performance measures. Contribute to meeting Critical Environment Management (CEM) requirements across operational areas, including the data centre, communicationsroomsand Control Room. Assistwith workplace andestate relatedprojects, collaborating with internal teams and suppliers. Work with partners toidentifyopportunities forcontinuous improvement,costeffectivenessand enhanced standards. Participate inoccasionalout-of-hours emergency call support and occasional onsite attendance when needed. Support the property risk management programme, including audits andfollow-upactions. Contribute to the development, maintenance and testing of disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Supporteffective incident reporting and escalation processes. Promote safe working practices and a positive Health & Safety culture inpartnership with our strategic HSE provider. Prepare monthly updates andad hocreports to supportinformeddecision making. Support regulatory Health & Safety requirements and the development of related programmes. Assistwith the preparation for surveillance audits related to ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. Contribute to a collaborative, supportive and high-preforming team environment that values learning and inclusion. Supporthigh qualityaccident and incident investigations to inform safer practices. Work collaboratively with the Finance team to support responsible budget and cost management in line with Delegated Control Framework guidelines. Any other reasonable duties as may berequired. Critical Knowledge,Skillsand Experience Experience in workplace facilitiesor health &safety or vendor managementalong with service or operations management, with a focus on process excellence. Strongwritten andverbalcommunicationskills. ExperiencewithHealth & Safety and Environmental Management Systems. Strong understanding of NI Health & Safety legislation. Ability tosupport and influence positive organisational change. Strongrelationship buildingskillsand theability toworkwith diverse stakeholders. ProficiencywithMicrosofttools for producing presentation material. Why join us? Play a vital role in shaping sustainable energy projects thatbenefitcommunities and the environment. Enjoy a competitive salary, performance-related bonus, private medical cover, and pension matching. Benefit from flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options (based on3 daysworking = 2 days inoffice /1dayworking fromhome). Enhanced holidays, maternity and paternity leave and wellbeing days. Access salarysacrificeschemes (such as cycle to work, EV scheme), free car parking, onsite EV charging and complimentary lunch. Access professional development opportunities and clear career progression pathways. We offer an inclusive culture that values diversity, supports flexible working and empowers you to grow. We know flexible working means different things to different people. Contact us ifyoudlike to talk about how this role could work for you. If you areseekinga challenging and impactful role within the energy sector,wedlove to hear from you. Join us in shaping the future of SONI and delivering a cleaner and more secure energy future for everyone living in Northern Ireland. Closing date for applications is 22nd April 2026. Submit your application by uploading your CV with a cover letter (in one document). SONI is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We particularly encourage women to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in our organisation. We have a duty to prevent illegalworking,and applicants mustdemonstratethey have a legal right to work in the UK. SONI is not providing sponsorship for this vacancy. Skills: Workplace,Facilities Site Management Site Management