Advanced Overhead Lines Apprentice – Earn While You Learn

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

Benefits offered by this job

City & Guilds Level 3 qualification

23 days annual leave

Pension scheme (double matched)

Protective clothing & equipment

Flexible benefits

Sharesave & Share Incentive Plans

Permanent position on completion

Job summary

National Grid Electricity Distribution is seeking an Overhead Lines Advanced Apprentice in Taunton/Crewkerne. The 3-year programme combines on-the-job training with a City & Guilds Level 3 qualification in Electrical Power Engineering, with induction, practical workplace experience, and training at Taunton/Taunton & Bridgewater College.

You will gain hands-on experience on LV/HV networks, develop safety and technical skills, and progress to a qualified Overhead Linesperson upon completion, with

Qualifications

• Minimum entry: GCSE English Language 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 BTEC Science Level 2
• Two other GCSEs A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 in any subject
• Alternative: Level 3 Electrical Engineering plus GCSE C/4 in Maths and English; evidence required before appointment.

Responsibilities

• Construct and alter overhead lines, install pole mounted plant, run and terminate cables
• Carry out routine inspection, maintenance and repairs of overhead equipment
• Record asset routes, details and positions
• Locate and identify cables, test insulation, phasing and continuity on LV cables
• Test earthing, voltage, phasing and phase rotation
• Carry out switching operations on the LV network

Skills

Communication skills

Outdoor working

Safety awareness

Curiosity/problem solving

Education

GCSE English (A*-C/9-4)

GCSE Maths (A*-C/9-4)

GCSE Science (A*-C/9-4)

Two other GCSEs A*-C/9-4

Electrical Engineering Level 3 qualification + GCSEs

Job description

National Grid Electricity Distribution is seeking an Overhead Lines Advanced Apprentice in Taunton/Crewkerne. The 3-year programme combines on-the-job training with a City & Guilds Level 3 qualification in Electrical Power Engineering, with induction, practical workplace experience, and training at Taunton/Taunton & Bridgewater College.

You will gain hands-on experience on LV/HV networks, develop safety and technical skills, and progress to a qualified Overhead Linesperson upon completion, with