66kV Distribution Network Technician

Western Power Distribution Plc; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days paid leave + 8 bank holidays

Pension scheme (double match up to 12%

Annual Share Save plan

Life assurance 4x salary

Private healthcare for you and family

Employee assistance programme

Free on-site parking

Job summary

National Grid Electricity Distribution in Gloucester is seeking a Network Technician to support construction, maintenance and repair of the underground and overhead network up to 66kV. You will supervise immediate work colleagues, issue safety documentation and coordinate switching operations.

Essentially you will hold a City & Guilds 2339 Level 2 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, with 11kV switching experience and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grades A*-C or equivalent.
• City & Guilds 2339 Level 2 qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with LV/HV network operations and 11kV switching.
• Full UK driving licence and eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Operate distribution network up to 66kV, issue safety documents and manage permits.
• Construct and maintain substations, install plant and lay/joint cables up to 11kV.
• Repair and replace faulty network assets and record asset details.
• Coordinate with colleagues, plan standby rota and travel within the area.
• Ensure safe, compliant operations and accurate record-keeping.

Skills

Safety-focused

Communication

IT skills

Teamwork

Decision making

Education

GCSE English/Math A*-C

City & Guilds 2339 Level 2 (Electrical Engineering)

Tools

11kV switching experience

Operational IT systems

Job description

National Grid Electricity Distribution in Gloucester is seeking a Network Technician to support construction, maintenance and repair of the underground and overhead network up to 66kV. You will supervise immediate work colleagues, issue safety documentation and coordinate switching operations.

Essentially you will hold a City & Guilds 2339 Level 2 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, with 11kV switching experience and a full UK driving licence.