Advanced Electrical Power Jointer Apprenticeship

National Grid Plc; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 23 days (26 aftertraining

Pension scheme with employer match

Protective clothing and safety gear

Cycle to work scheme and travel costs

Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans

Job summary

National Grid invites applicants to join a 36-month Level 3 Power Industry Jointer Advanced Apprenticeship. You will train at National Grid centres, gain practical experience, and work on LV/HV/EHV networks to become a Jointer.

The programme includes study with Taunton/Bridgewater College and on-the-job training, with a City & Guilds Level 3 qualification upon completion. A permanent role awaits successful completion.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 in English, Maths and Science or equivalent.
• Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification allowed with Maths/English at C/4 or above.
• Evidence of qualifications required before appointment.
• DBS check will be completed if offered the position.

Responsibilities

• Construct distribution substations, excavate, lay and joint cables, and terminate cables to plant.
• Carry out fault location, insulation tests and routine inspections on underground cables.
• Record asset details and positions; identify cables; test earthing and voltage.
• Perform LV switching operations and organize own project work.

Skills

Communication skills

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Reliability

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

GCSE Science

Level 3 Electrical Engineering (or equivalents)

Job description

National Grid invites applicants to join a 36-month Level 3 Power Industry Jointer Advanced Apprenticeship. You will train at National Grid centres, gain practical experience, and work on LV/HV/EHV networks to become a Jointer.

The programme includes study with Taunton/Bridgewater College and on-the-job training, with a City & Guilds Level 3 qualification upon completion. A permanent role awaits successful completion.