Advanced Jointer Apprentice: Electrical Power Engineering

National Grid Plc; Radstock; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided during training

Travel costs covered during training

Food and drinks allowance during on‑is

23 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Job summary

National Grid plc is offering a 3-year apprenticeship to become a Jointer, with initial 12 weeks in our training centres and on-the-job learning under an experienced Jointer. You will join an LV, HV and EHV network team, developing skills to lay, joint and inspect cables while earning and gaining recognised qualifications.

You will study at National Grid training facilities and partner colleges, progressing through a structured development plan and earning a City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical

Qualifications

• GCSE English Language at Grade A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 Functional/Key Skills English.
• GCSE Mathematics at Grade A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 Functional/Key Skills Maths.
• GCSE Science at Grade A*-C/9-4 or BTEC Science Level 2 equivalent.
• Two other GCSE's A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 qualifications in any subject.
• Recognition of a Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification with GCSE Maths and English if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Construct distribution substations, excavate, lay and joint cables, and terminate cables to plant.
• Carry out routine inspection, locate faults and carry out repairs on underground cables and equipment.
• Record asset details and positions.
• Locate and identify cables, test insulation, phasing and continuity.
• Test earthing, voltage, phasing and phase rotation.
• Carry out switching operations on the LV network.
• Connect Generators.
• Organise your own projects.

Skills

Excellent communication

Adventurous & weatherproof

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Problem solving

Education

GCSE English Language

GCSE Mathematics

GCSE Science

Two other GCSEs

Level 3 Electrical Engineering (qual or predicted)

Job description

National Grid plc is offering a 3-year apprenticeship to become a Jointer, with initial 12 weeks in our training centres and on-the-job learning under an experienced Jointer. You will join an LV, HV and EHV network team, developing skills to lay, joint and inspect cables while earning and gaining recognised qualifications.

You will study at National Grid training facilities and partner colleges, progressing through a structured development plan and earning a City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical