What is your role at Guernsey Electricity?
I’m the Communications Officer, which means I help explain what Guernsey Electricity is doing, why we’re doing it, and how it affects both our customers and our colleagues. That includes internal communications within the company, external public campaigns, media support, and helping make complex or technical topics easier to understand.
How does your job help keep the island running?
Clear communication is essential when you’re delivering something as critical as electricity to an island.
My role helps make sure people understand changes, projects and decisions. Whether that’s new and improved infrastructure, tariffs, or long‑term plans for the island’s energy future. When communication is clear and timely, it builds trust and helps everyone stay informed and engaged.
What other industries have you worked in?
I’ve worked in various sectors over the years including, fashion, music, healthcare, tech and politics, but most of my roles had communications as a key reasonability.
Energy and infrastructure has been the most challenging and rewarding so far. It’s a sector where what you say really matters, because it’s so crucial to people’s everyday lives. In many other industries, the decisions companies make often take months or even years for people to notice or care about. At a utility like Guernsey Electricity when things change everyone notices immediately.
What does a typical day (or week) look like for you?
There is always something to do and it’s a very creative role.
A typical week might include writing internal updates for staff, so everyone feels informed and connected. Supporting media enquiries, producing a podcast, working on long-term projects like the second subsea cable link importing electricity from Europe (the "interconnector"), or coordinating marketing campaigns with colleagues.
Helping departments across the business communicate their work more clearly is crucial. Everyone’s roles are so varied, it’s important we don’t work in silos. Clear consistent storytelling helps bring the wider business strategy to life. There’s a good mix of planning, writing and problem‑solving.
Right now, a big focus is supporting communications around major projects like the second interconnector. Just last week I was peering directly into a washing machine and hiding behind a pillar just to help get the perfect angle for a project.
What is your proudest achievement so far?
At work, helping improve communication is really rewarding to me. Seeing colleagues and customers engage with updates, understand complex projects more clearly, or feel more connected to what’s happening and how it effects their lives makes the constant drafts worth it.
Personally, watching my children grow up and getting to know them. As babies they’re just these adorable blobs but seeing them develop actual personalities is one of my favourite things in the world. Especially when they like the same things as me or stand up for themselves.
What was your dream job growing up?
I wanted to be an actress, then a lawyer, then a designer.
I did well in my precollege law studies, but as I grew up I realised it wasn't for me. And I hated being on camera, so being an actress was out. I did end up working in fashion for several years though.
What is the most unusual thing about your job and how would you describe it to someone who knows nothing about it?
Probably translating highly technical engineering or energy concepts into something that makes sense to everyone. One day you’re talking about kilowatts and interconnectors, the next you’re turning that into a podcast, article or social post.
If you could swap jobs with anyone for a day, who would it be and why?
If I could swap jobs with anyone for a day, it would be Nara Smith.
I admire how she uses storytelling to turn everyday moments into compelling content, building a distinct, whimsical but intentional personal brand. I also wish I could cook as well as her. And while I wouldn’t want to be on camera constantly, for a day I would find it quite charming.
Who inspires you the most?
People who can explain complex things simply, calmly, especially in high-pressure situations. That skill is incredibly valuable, particularly in public relations. It is something I do well, but I always want to improve.
The team behind the YouTube channel TED-Ed consistently impress me with their educational and engaging content on a wide range of topics. Videos on Greek myths, bats, CRISPR, the psychology on risk and economics there is something for everyone.
What advice would you give your younger self?
I would tell my younger self to stay the course and trust the direction you’re heading in, even when things feel challenging or overwhelming.
Stressful periods don’t mean you’re on the wrong path. They’re often a sign that you’re growing, learning or taking on something meaningful. Remaining focused, consistent and committed, rather than reacting to short‑term pressure, which will make all the difference in the long run.
What are the best benefits offered by GEL in your opinion?
Benefits that genuinely feel useful day to day are things like the e‑bike scheme, which makes greener travel more achievable. I really value the focus on wellbeing and development, whether that’s access to support, learning opportunities or just being part of a workplace that puts people first.
Another huge plus is getting to work alongside – and learn from – people who are real experts in their fields and passionate about what they do. From engineers, plumbers, and data specialists to customer service agents, retail teams and electricians, there’s a huge depth of knowledge across the business, and you’re constantly picking things up just by being part of the conversation.
Bonus question – What’s your secret talent?
I can walk in stilettos on just about any surface ice, rain, metal grates, gravel, in the dark you name it.
I put it down to a childhood dedication to gymnastics, which gifted me excellent balance and endurance (that clearly never switched off). I’m quite short, heels help me meet people eye to eye. Since large sections of The Vale Power station are industrial working sites, I do make sure to always wear appropriate footwear when necessary and health and safety is incredibly important.
