Electrical Fitting Instructor for 11kV–132kV Networks

SP Electricity North West; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

An annual bonus scheme

Twenty-five days annual leave plus .nk

Private healthcare

Market-leading contributory pension

Employee rewards portal

Job summary

SP Electricity North West is seeking an Electrical Fitting Instructor to design and deliver engaging technical training and assessments that help employees, apprentices and contractors develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to work safely and effectively across our network.

You will provide practical coaching, competence assessments and technical guidance, supporting high standards of safety, compliance and operational performance.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in an electrical discipline.
• Significant practical experience in electrical fitting, including distribution networks up to 11kV and transmission networks up to 132kV.
• Experience delivering technical training, coaching, mentoring or assessing workplace competence.
• Knowledge of electrical safety standards, safe systems of work and relevant industry legislation.
• Experience developing or delivering training materials and practical learning activities.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to a range of audiences.
• Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital learning or competence management systems.
• Ability to obtain Substation Access authorisation.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver and continuously improve technical training and assessment programmes for employees, apprentices and contractors.
• Deliver training in electrical fitting, substation, distribution and transmission activities, ensuring compliance with company and industry standards.
• Carry out trade tests, competence assessments and workplace coaching to support employee development and authorisation processes.
• Develop and maintain training materials, assessment tools and learner records.
• Provide technical guidance and subject matter expertise to operational teams and stakeholders.
• Support the development and implementation of policies, procedures and safe working practices.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities, including lessons learned, audits, incident reviews and operational change programmes.
• Ensure training is delivered safely and that training equipment, facilities and resources are maintained and fit for purpose.
• Maintain personal technical competence and industry knowledge to ensure training remains current and effective.

Skills

Tech communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Driving licence

Education

Level 2 qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital learning systems

Job description

SP Electricity North West is seeking an Electrical Fitting Instructor to design and deliver engaging technical training and assessments that help employees, apprentices and contractors develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to work safely and effectively across our network.

You will provide practical coaching, competence assessments and technical guidance, supporting high standards of safety, compliance and operational performance.