Vision Zero in action: E.ON celebrates champions of safety, wellbeing and communication at the 2025 Safe & Well Awards

At this year’s Safe and Well Awards, colleagues were recognised not only for their contributions to Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) priorities, but for living the Safe & Well behaviours that shape a culture of care, accountability and inclusion across our business.

Charlotte Lack, Head of Safe and Well at E.ON said: “These initiatives don’t just make us a safer place to work – they set a benchmark for our industry, empower our colleagues to better serve customers, and help build stronger, healthier communities. By Championing Vision Zero, we’re leading the way to a future where safety and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do and where our commitment to care and accountability helps earns the trust of our customers, partners and communities.”

A shared commitment to eliminating harm

Opening the ceremony, Helen Bradbury, Chief People Officer, reaffirmed the importance of our Vision Zero mission: “Safety and wellbeing are fundamental to our business. We wouldn’t be in business without it – it’s that important to us. Imagine a workplace where everyone experiences zero harm and goes home safe and well every single day. Our colleagues are making it possible.”

Launched earlier this year, Vision Zero is E.ON’s commitment to eliminating harm at work and driving a culture where wellbeing, psychological safety and accountability are central to how we operate. This means more than rules or compliance. It’s about consistency, personal ownership and visible leadership at every level.

Helen highlighted five essentials for achieving Vision Zero:

• Consistency and commitment: We can and will reach zero harm.
• Visible leadership: Role modelling safe behaviours throughout the organisation.
• Shared responsibility: Safety and wellbeing are everyone’s responsibility.
• Prioritise preparation and foresight: Good preparation leads to good outcomes, with planning and risk prevention as core practices.
• Drive decisions with data: Insights and evidence guide our safety strategies, ensuring decisions are informed and impactful.

And the winners are…

From innovation and communication to role modelling and resilience, each winner showed what it truly looks like to put people first. As Helen Bradbury added: “If it were up to me, all our award nominees would be winners.” Here are the outstanding individuals and teams recognised this year:

Wellbeing Advocate Award
Jayesh Patel (I&C) elevated colleague wellbeing by turning feedback into action — introducing yoga, breathing sessions and regular wellbeing activities that are now part of everyday culture. Vera Pfürtner-Mühlberg, Group Head of HSE Culture & Health Management, celebrated Jayesh’s commitment, noting: “Colleagues stay with companies who respect their wellbeing, support their inclusion and psychological safety. Colleagues like Jay are a true example of that.”

Role Modelling Award
Joanne Rowney (I&C) was recognised for leading by example, challenging risks, supporting colleagues and inspiring a culture of care through her openness and commitment.

Safe & Well Innovation Award
Thomas Moore (EIS) transformed Health & Safety reporting through digital innovation, using Power BI to enhance insights, reduce manual work and improve decision-making.

Strength in Adversity Award
Hayley Ball (E.ON Next) championed neurodiversity, educated colleagues and consistently demonstrated resilience and inclusion while delivering exceptional work.

Safe & Well Communication Award
Phil Walker (E.ON Next) brought clarity, creativity and collaboration to safety and wellbeing communications, helping teams understand, engage and take action. Julian Lennertz, Chief Customer Officer, praised Phil’s impact: “Safety and wellbeing communication only works if people see it, understand it and feel it. Phil has made outstanding effort to inform, inspire, empower and protect — making Safe and Well part of every day.”

Zero Harm Award
Wednesbury Assets and Logistics Centre, E.ON Next and Ceva Partnership were celebrated for embedding safety into everything they do, achieving an incredible 5,000 days without a lost time injury.

Louise Boston Award
Kevin Pascall (I&C) was honoured for championing wellbeing with empathy, discretion and action, empowering colleagues and driving initiatives that strengthen support across the organisation.

Vision 0 Hero Award 
Andrew Brown (EIS) was recognised for his proactive leadership, strengthening processes, upskilling teams and embedding Safe & Well behaviours into everyday work.

Speak Up/Active Bystander Award
Di Spooner (People Function) helped create a safer culture by leading Speak Up and Active Bystander training, sparking open conversations and building vital support networks.

Buzz Award
Sam Grainger (E.ON Next) received six Buzzes recognising his openness, authenticity and the positive impact his personal experiences have on others.

A culture we build together
This year’s Safe and Well Awards reflect the passion, innovation and leadership shown by colleagues across E.ON. From wellbeing initiatives to field safety training, their work brings Vision Zero to life.

Congratulations to all our nominees and winners! Thank you for helping us build a workplace where safety and wellbeing are truly at the heart of everything we do.