Electricity Distribution - Network Technician

Western Power Distribution; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electricity distribution company is seeking a Technician in Weston-super-Mare. The role involves the construction and maintenance of the network, including issuing safety documents and performing repairs. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 qualification in Electrical Engineering, good communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. This position is critical for ensuring safe operations within the network.

Qualifications

• Grade A C/4-9 GCSE in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Must hold a City & Guilds 2339 Level 2 or equivalent.
• Ability to train as an SAP and cope under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Issue Limitations of Access and Permit to Work safety documents.
• Construction and alteration of overhead lines and substations.
• Repair and replacement of equipment and cables.
• Record asset routes and plant details.
• Connect generators.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Good communication skills

Flexible attitude

Education

Level 2 qualification in Electrical Engineering

GCSE in English and Maths or Functional Skills Level 2

Job description

About Us

We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses.

National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues – who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast‑moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.

Job Introduction

An opportunity is available for a Technician based at Weston-super-Mare.

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

You are required to have grade A

• C / 4-9 GCSE in English and Maths or Functional Skills Level 2 qualification in both subjects. In addition, you must hold a City & Guilds 2339 Level 2 or equivalent Level 2 qualification in Electrical Engineering. Evidence of your qualifications will be required prior to appointment.
• Please note the successful candidate may initially be appointed at a lower salary until all relevant courses and training are complete.

Main responsibilities

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

Ideal candidate

You must be able to work on your own initiative as part of a small team and be capable of making on-the-spot decisions as required. You will need good communication skills, a flexible attitude and be able to cope in pressured situations often working to tight deadlines. In addition, you will be required to train as an SAP and be mobile throughout the area to undertake standby duties as part of the formal rota operating in the team.

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

National Grid Electricity Distribution is committed to safeguarding the interests of the Company, colleagues and customers. This role is subject to a satisfactory Barring Service (DBS) check; depending on the role different levels of screening and vetting are required. Some roles require a triannual check.