Earn-While-You-Learn Power Jointer Apprenticeship

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

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Competitive pension scheme

Protective clothing & safety equipment

Job summary

National Grid invites applications for a three-year Level 3 Power Industry Jointer Advanced Apprenticeship. The developed engineer will study at Loughborough College, train at Tipton and Eakring centres and gain practical workplace experience, earning a City & Guilds Level 2 and 3 qualification in Electrical Power Engineering.

The programme includes on-the-job training, with early responsibilities in LV/HV/EHV networks.

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.
• You can also apply with a recognised Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering plus GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English.

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

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Engineering

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

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

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

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

City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering

Job description

National Grid invites applications for a three-year Level 3 Power Industry Jointer Advanced Apprenticeship. The developed engineer will study at Loughborough College, train at Tipton and Eakring centres and gain practical workplace experience, earning a City & Guilds Level 2 and 3 qualification in Electrical Power Engineering.

The programme includes on-the-job training, with early responsibilities in LV/HV/EHV networks.