Electricity Distribution - Network Planner

National Grid; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Network Planner and play a vital role in designing and enhancing the electricity distribution network. This hybrid position allows you to work both in the office and remotely, offering flexibility while you contribute to impactful projects that power homes and businesses. You'll collaborate with engineers, manage project designs, and ensure safety standards are met while developing your skills in a supportive environment. If you're organized, resilient, and eager to learn, this opportunity is perfect for you to grow your career in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• Experience as an electrician or Grade 4 Network Planner is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for project design, costing, and quoting for electricity network assets.
• Planning and delivering new services and alterations to existing networks.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Design

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English and Maths Grade C/Level 4

Level 2 City & Guilds 2339

Level 3 City & Guilds 2339

Tools

iPads

Computer Software

Job description

Electricity Distribution - Network Planner

We are currently recruiting for a Grade 5 Network Planner to join us at our Worcester depot. Planners design our network and work with our Engineers to construct, reinforce, alter, and replace our equipment. The pace is fast, and if you join us, our customers will trust you to provide excellent service and minimize impact.

To be considered, you'll need English and Maths GCSE Grade C/Level 4 minimum, or Functional Skills Level 2 or above. You'll hold a Level 2 City & Guilds 2339, or an equivalent qualification. If not already attained, you'll need to undertake Level 3 City & Guilds 2339.

Evidence of your qualifications will be required prior to appointment.

This role offers a hybrid working approach, combining office and home working, subject to training completion and business needs.

Ready to power up your career? Join us and impact how people heat, light, and fuel their homes, businesses, and vehicles. Keep reading and apply.

Main Responsibilities

After training, you'll be responsible for project design, costing, quoting, and the replacement, diversion, or reinforcement of existing electricity network assets. As an electrical consultant, you'll determine if the supply chain can handle new electrics in the area. Your tasks include:

• Planning, preparing, and delivering new services, alterations, and small capital projects
• Designing schemes aligned with Engineering Directives and considering voltage drops
• Preparing quotations and Connection Agreements for LV connection works
• Assessing, removing, or avoiding site risks

Ideal Candidate

Experience as an electrician or a Grade 4 Network Planner is advantageous. We value understanding our customers' needs—likely small businesses, local authorities, or house builders.

Strong communication skills are essential to coordinate jobs, solve problems, and communicate clearly. You should be resilient, organized, and able to prioritize your workload. Teamwork and experience with iPads and computers are required. Training will be provided for software used in this technical role.

A full UK driving license is necessary as mobility around the area may be required, including standby duties.

You may not possess all skills initially but should have the confidence and ability to develop to the necessary standards with training.

*Initially, salary may be lower until relevant courses and training are completed.

National Grid Electricity Distribution is committed to safeguarding interests. This role requires a satisfactory DBS check, with screening levels depending on the role. Some roles require triannual checks.

Interviews are scheduled for Monday, 2nd June

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About Us

We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), managing electricity distribution for the Midlands, Southwest England, and South Wales, serving over 8 million people. Our teams deliver heat, light, and power for homes and businesses.

National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We foster an inclusive workplace, celebrating diverse cultures, personalities, and preferences, which contribute to our success. Our vision is to lead a clean, fair, and affordable energy future, focusing on renewable, low-carbon energy sources and efficiency to meet demand.