Advanced Jointer Apprentice – Power Networks

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

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave (26 after)

Pension scheme

Protective clothing & safety equipment

Flexible benefits

Sharesave & Share Incentive Plans

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

National Grid is offering a 36-month Level 3 Power Industry Jointer Advanced Apprenticeship in England. You will train at National Grid training centres, gain hands-on experience with LV, HV, and EHV networks, and work toward a City & Guilds Level 3 qualification in Electrical Power Engineering.

A 30-minute depots-based location rule applies. You’ll study at partner colleges, receive on‑the‑job training, and complete practical projects until you qualify as a Jointer.

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 GCSEs A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 qualifications in any subject
• Recognised Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering with Maths and English at GCSE C/4 or above

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

Safety awareness

Resilient

Curious problem solver

Education

GCSE English (A*-C/9-4) or Level 2 English

GCSE Maths (A*-C/9-4) or Level 2 Maths

GCSE Science (A*-C/9-4) or Level 2 Science

Two other GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) or Level 2

Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification

Job description

National Grid is offering a 36-month Level 3 Power Industry Jointer Advanced Apprenticeship in England. You will train at National Grid training centres, gain hands-on experience with LV, HV, and EHV networks, and work toward a City & Guilds Level 3 qualification in Electrical Power Engineering.

A 30-minute depots-based location rule applies. You’ll study at partner colleges, receive on‑the‑job training, and complete practical projects until you qualify as a Jointer.