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🪔 Happy Diwali 2024! Celebrations kicked off today at our Wallgrove depot, with teams from across the business gathering for performances of music, dance and instruments by our own people and professional artists. 🎇 Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is one of the most important festivals in Hinduism. It celebrates the triumphant return of Prince Rama, during which the people of his kingdom welcomed him by lighting their homes with lamps, or diyas. ➡️ Swipe through to see how we celebrated and what our people shared about the day! #Diwali #DiwaliCelebration #FestivalOfLights #LifeatTransgrid

At the heart of our efforts is a commitment to the safety of our network, our people and our local communities. Bushfire safety is an integral consideration of how we operate at Transgrid. Here’s how we’re working to deliver a safer and more bushfire-resilient future: 🔍Asset inspections 🍃Vegetation management 👷Easement management Do you live or work near transmission lines? 👉 Find out how we all can contribute to keeping our communities safe this bushfire season: https://lnkd.in/gq8S87MX #safety #bushfirepreventionprogram #bushfiresafety #bushfireprevention #safetyfirst

📣 Only 4 days left to apply for our community grants! 📣 Grants of up to $5,000 are now on offer for community groups that are local to our planning, operations, and major project areas in various regions of NSW. ✨Since 2020, we’ve proudly supported over 275 not-for-profit organisations to help make a positive impact. We encourage all eligible groups to apply and bring more meaningful services, facilities, activities, and events to their communities. 🏃🕕Check your eligibility and apply by 11.59pm, Friday 8 November: transgrid.com.au/cpp #NFP #NPO #notforprofit #makingitpossible #community #grants #SmartyGrants #fundingmadeeasy

Exciting times ahead as we onboard the latest cohort of interns this month! 🚀 If you're a potential applicant, there's still time—Expressions of Interest for our 2025 Summer Internship Program are still open! 📢 What’s in it for you? 🌍A 12-weeks paid internship with hands-on experience alongside industry-leading experts 📈Internal development opportunities to boost your professional skills 🤝A supportive environment with mentors, buddies, and a team that values collaboration We’re looking for students in their 2nd, 3rd, or penultimate year studying relevant disciplines. Don’t miss this chance to kick-start your career in energy! 🔗Pre-register now to be notified when applications open in August 2025! https://brnw.ch/21wNYDo #interns #TransgridCareer #JoinTransgrid #getintoenergy #energyindustry #renewables

📺📢In case you missed it last night - 7 News featured our groundbreaking trial that brings advanced robotic technology used on the moon to our power grid. 🦾Introducing the Gorilla Mk1 robotic puller, developed right here in Sydney by Crest Robotics. This innovative tech is inspired by NASA’s Perseverance Rover and set to transform how we maintain transmission lines, making the process safer and more efficient. Marie Jordan, our Executive General Manager of Network, shared her insights: “Transgrid is always on the lookout for innovative solutions to help progress the energy transition. This robotic technology will help reduce the need for personnel to work at heights when replacing aging conductors.” 👀To learn more, visit: https://brnw.ch/21wNWJA #cleanenergy #renewables #innovation #spacetech #safety #makingitpossible Dr. Clyde Webster

🤝We understand that navigating the grant application process can be a daunting task for community groups and non-profits. That's why, last month, we organised a series of Community Grants Workshops at the Transgrid Discovery Hub, designed to empower local organisations in their application efforts. With the expertise of grant writing specialist Natalie Bramble, participants walked away with valuable tips and insights to enhance their future applications, making the process smoother and more successful. ✍️ Missed the workshop? No worries! You can still benefit from our helpful resources and FAQs: https://lnkd.in/g4ZM8Q_x ✍️ Ready to make a difference? Our Community Partnerships Program is now open, offering grants of up to $5,000! Check your eligibility and apply now: https://brnw.ch/21wNShv #NFP #NPO #notforprofit #makingitpossible #community #grants #SmartyGrants #fundingmadeeasy Not-for-Profit Guide: iClick2Learn Riverina Water Essential Energy Charles Sturt University City of Wagga Wagga

🌈✨Did you know that Transgrid Group is a silver accredited employer in the 2024 Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI)?🌈✨ 🥈This recognition underscores our ongoing commitment to LGBTQIA+ inclusion and highlights the hard work of our employee-led Rise Ally Network, our D&I Team, and the entire Transgrid community. Moving from Bronze to Silver this year exemplifies our growth and dedication to fostering a safe and welcoming environment for all. Our journey was marked by key initiatives such as the implementation of a Gender Affirmation Procedure with additional leave entitlements, and actively promoting inclusion through events like World Pride and Wear It Purple Day. We also support various community events, including the Wagga Wagga Mardi Gras parade. 🌈Find out more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion: https://brnw.ch/21wNNLh #LGBTQIA #AWEI #DiversityAndInclusion #RiseAlly #WorkplaceInclusion #makingitpossible

💕Be with your loved ones. ⏰Make time for yourself to have a rest and time with friends to reset. 🚑Learn First Aid if you can, it may come in handy. This is the advice Gail Chapman, Workplace Services Officer at Transgrid, shares from her experience as a Carer, as we celebrate National Carers Week. 🤗As a mother of three boys and a caregiver to her grandmother, both parents, and mother-in-law, as well as a friend currently battling cancer, Gail is among the 2.65 million Australians who serve as unpaid caregivers, offering invaluable support to their family and friends. 🌟Gail shares that her experience was made easier by having carers leave available. At Transgrid, all employees covered by our Enterprise Agreement can use their 18 days of personal/carer's leave per year to supporting our people with different caring responsibilities. 👉Learn more about our employee benefits here: https://brnw.ch/21wNLE3 #NationalCarersWeek #LifeAtTransgrid #TransgridCareer #EAP #makingitpossible #JoinTransgrid #worklifebalance

📣Our Community Partnerships Program is now accepting applications offering grants of up to $5,000. Over the years, We have had the privilege to contribute over $1 million towards projects that have touched hearts and uplifted communities. 🙌 Take Country Hope for instance, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to providing emotional and financial support to families in rural areas with children facing life-threatening illnesses. The funding they received from Transgrid was utilised for their Training Weekend, which equipped volunteers with the skills and knowledge to provide compassionate care and support to the children attending the camp. 🤗 https://lnkd.in/df98MAz If you're a not-for-profit organisation like Country Hope, we'd love to help you make a real difference where it matters most! 🖱️Applications are open until 8 November 2024. To check your eligibility and apply, visit https://brnw.ch/21wNJuY #NFP #NPO #notforprofit #makingitpossible #community #grants #SmartyGrants #fundingmadeeasy

👋Welcome back to another edition of Transgrid Trailblazers! Our Trailblazer series shines a spotlight on remarkable women dedicated to creating positive change and inspiring others to reach their potential. ⚡Our Trailblazer, Dilini Darmawardana, shares her inspiring journey from an engineering intern to leading Power System Planning and Modelling at Transgrid. Along the way, she faced challenges like time management but learned to stay focused on the bigger picture. Her advice to her younger self? "Play the long game and master the basics."💪 🔎Want to know more about her journey and the opportunities in the energy industry? Dive deeper here: https://brnw.ch/21wNENR #LifeAtTransgrid #engineer #TransgridCareer #recruitment #trailblazer #JoinTransgrid