Advanced Jointer Apprentice: Power Distribution Field Engineer

National Grid; Torquay; On-site; GBP 18,514 - 43,491; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Competitive pension scheme

Fully funded qualification

Job summary

A leading electricity provider in the UK is offering a 2026 Jointer Advanced Apprentice role based in Torquay. This program provides hands-on training in cable engineering, with the potential to earn while you learn. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, a commitment to safety, and a minimum educational requirement of GCSEs. Competitive salary structure with additional benefits is included.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old by the start date.
• Must meet minimum education requirements.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Jointers carry out excavation, cable laying, and fault location.
• Construct substations and carry out routine inspections.
• Work with low and high voltage networks.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Safety awareness

Resilience

Problem-solving

Education

GCSE English A*-C/9-4

GCSE Mathematics A*-C/9-4

GCSE Science A*-C/9-4

Two other GCSEs A*-C/9-4

Job description

A leading electricity provider in the UK is offering a 2026 Jointer Advanced Apprentice role based in Torquay. This program provides hands-on training in cable engineering, with the potential to earn while you learn. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, a commitment to safety, and a minimum educational requirement of GCSEs. Competitive salary structure with additional benefits is included.