Craftsperson - Jointing

National Grid; Redruth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid Electricity Distribution is seeking a Craftsperson (Jointing) based in Redruth to cover the West Cornwall area. You will undertake jointing techniques up to 33kV, including excavation, cable laying, reinstatement and fault location on LV cables.

The ideal candidate will have GCSE English & Maths (or Functional Skills) and there is a pathway to City & Guilds Level 2 Electrical Engineering and TAR with training to support progression.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths or Functional Skills in both subjects.
• Evidence of qualifications will be required prior to appointment.
• Willingness to study for City & Guilds Level 2 Electrical Engineering and TAR.
• Ability to work on your own initiative as part of a small team and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform jointing techniques up to 33kV, including excavation, cable laying, reinstatement and fault location on LV cables.
• Be mobile across West Cornwall and undertake standby duties as required.

Skills

Independent working

Decision making

Time management

Education

GCSE English & Maths or Functional Skills

City & Guilds Level 2 Electrical Engineering

TAR training

Job description

Job Introduction

An opportunity is available for a Craftsperson (Jointing) based in Redruth to cover the West Cornwall area.

In this role you will be required to undertake Jointing techniques up to 33kV, including excavation, cable laying, reinstatement and fault location on LV cables.

Candidates are required to have Grade A*-C/4-9 GCSE in English and Maths or Functional Skills Level qualification in both subjects. Evidence of your qualifications will be required prior to appointment.

Ideal Candidate

The successful applicant will ideally have underground experience. Consideration will be given to applicants who do not possess all the skills required to undertake the role at present but have the confidence and ability to reach the necessary standards with appropriate training.

If not already attained, the successful candidate will be required to study for the relevant City & Guilds Level 2 qualification in Electrical Engineering and complete TAR - which includes daily diary page completion, and a number of tasks and reports as required.

You must be able to work on your own initiative as part of a small team, making on the spot decisions as required and working to tight deadlines. A flexible attitude is essential, as you will be required to undertake other duties to assist the team in meeting its objectives.

In addition, you will need to be mobile throughout the area as you may be required to undertake standby duties.

• Please note the successful candidate may initially be appointed at a lower salary until all relevant courses and training are complete.

Operationally we require you to live within approximately 30 minutes of the depot you are applying for.

About Us

We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses.

National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues – who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast-moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.