Advanced Electrical Power Fitter Apprentice (3-Year Program)

National Grid Plc; Toll End; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

City & Guilds Level 3 Qualification

23 days annual leave (26 after)

Competitive pension (double matched up

Protective clothing and equipment

Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans

Career development opportunities

Job summary

National Grid is offering a three-year apprenticeship to become a Power Networks Fitter. You’ll start with 12 weeks of induction at our Training Centres, earn while you learn and gain a City & Guilds Level 3 Qualification in Electrical Power Engineering.

The role covers safe construction, maintenance and repair of the electrical power network up to 66kV (132kV in Projects). You’ll train at Tipton, Eakring and Loughborough College before progressing toward a qualified Fitter.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and confidence to interact with a wide range of people.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Safety-first mindset with ability to follow instructions and deadlines.
• Curious problem solvers with a genuine passion for the career.

Responsibilities

• Construct distribution substations and install plant.
• Carry out routine inspection, maintenance and repairs of substation equipment.
• Connect generators and install/terminate secondary wiring.
• Record asset routes, plant details and test earthing/voltage.

Skills

Communication skills

Adventurous

Safety awareness

Resilient and eager to learn

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical Power Engineering

Job description

National Grid is offering a three-year apprenticeship to become a Power Networks Fitter. You’ll start with 12 weeks of induction at our Training Centres, earn while you learn and gain a City & Guilds Level 3 Qualification in Electrical Power Engineering.

The role covers safe construction, maintenance and repair of the electrical power network up to 66kV (132kV in Projects). You’ll train at Tipton, Eakring and Loughborough College before progressing toward a qualified Fitter.