Electric Power Jointer Apprentice – Training & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 23 days

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Job summary

National Grid is offering a three-year Apprenticeship programme to become a Power Networks Jointer. The first 12 weeks are induction at Training Centres, culminating in a City & Guilds Level 2 in Electrical Engineering.

You’ll gain practical outdoor experience, learn to lay and join cables, and progress to a qualified Jointer through ongoing assessment. Starting salary is £19,366 with scheduled increases over the programme: £24,938 in Year 2, £32,473 in Year 2.5, £37,770 in Year 3, and £43,491

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.
• recognised Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering plus GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English; evidence required before appointment

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

Outdoor adaptability

Safety awareness

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Mathematics

GCSE Science

Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification

Job description

National Grid is offering a three-year Apprenticeship programme to become a Power Networks Jointer. The first 12 weeks are induction at Training Centres, culminating in a City & Guilds Level 2 in Electrical Engineering.

You’ll gain practical outdoor experience, learn to lay and join cables, and progress to a qualified Jointer through ongoing assessment. Starting salary is £19,366 with scheduled increases over the programme: £24,938 in Year 2, £32,473 in Year 2.5, £37,770 in Year 3, and £43,491