Electricity Distribution - Network Technician

National Grid; Grantham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Network Technician to join their team in Grantham. This role involves the construction, maintenance, and repair of electricity distribution networks up to 66kV, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a commitment to safety standards. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and is dedicated to creating a sustainable energy future. If you're ready to make a difference in the energy sector, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Requires a full UK driving licence and SAP training.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair underground and overhead networks up to 66kV.
• Issue safety documents and handle network operations.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Decision-making skills

Flexibility under pressure

Education

Level 3 City & Guilds 2339 qualification

Tools

Safety documentation

Job description

Electricity Distribution - Network Technician

An opportunity is available for a Network Technician based at our Grantham depot.

You will be accountable to the Team Manager for the construction, maintenance, and repair of the underground and overhead network up to 66kV. Additionally, you will be responsible for programming and monitoring immediate work colleagues, switching up to 66kV, issuing appropriate safety documentation, and handling other tasks relevant to the Technician role.

Main Responsibilities

• Network operations including issuing Limitations of Access and Permit to Work safety documents up to 66kV
• Construction of distribution substations, and construction and alteration of overhead lines and associated plant. Installation of plant. Laying and jointing of cables up to 11kV.
• Repair and replacement of faulty and obsolete plant, cables, and overhead lines.
• Recording asset routes, details, and positions.

Ideal Candidate

You must be able to work independently as part of a small team and make on-the-spot decisions as required. Good communication skills, a flexible attitude, and the ability to cope under pressure and meet tight deadlines are essential. You will need to train as an SAP and be mobile throughout the area to undertake standby duties as part of the team’s rota. A full UK driving licence is required.

If not already attained, the successful candidate will need to undertake a Level 3 City & Guilds 2339 qualification.

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

National Grid Electricity Distribution is committed to safeguarding the interests of the Company, colleagues, and customers. This role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check. Depending on the role, different levels of screening and vetting are required, with some roles requiring triannual checks.

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About Us

We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), responsible for the electricity distribution systems in the Midlands, Southwest England, and South Wales. Serving over 8 million people, our teams deliver heat, light, and power to homes and businesses.

National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that celebrates diverse cultures, personalities, and preferences, which in turn contributes to our business success and reflects the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair, and affordable energy future, actively addressing climate change by exploring renewable, low-carbon energy sources, and improving efficiency to meet increasing demand.