HV Maintenance Assistant – Field Technician, Company Vehicle

National Grid plc; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle from home to work

Bonus

Paid overtime

Pension up to 18%

37 hours

34 days annual leave

Job summary

National Grid plc in the United Kingdom is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to service high‑voltage equipment and support field operations. You’ll travel between substations in a company vehicle, inspect and maintain assets, and assist with access for third‑party contractors, while primarily working independently to meet targets.

The role is outdoors and requires practicality, reliability, and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Worked in an industrial or operational environment with practical skills for inspecting equipment.
• Capable of working to targets and deadlines, following safety procedures.
• Keen eye for detail – flagging when something isn’t right.
• Able to use a laptop and iPad to follow digital work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Undertake site routines and condition monitoring of substation equipment following digital work instructions.
• Inspect and maintain equipment, providing access for third-party contractors.
• Travel between substations in a company vehicle and work safely, often independently.

Skills

Practical skills

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Digital instructions

Driving licence

Tools

Laptop

iPad

Job description

National Grid plc in the United Kingdom is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to service high‑voltage equipment and support field operations. You’ll travel between substations in a company vehicle, inspect and maintain assets, and assist with access for third‑party contractors, while primarily working independently to meet targets.

The role is outdoors and requires practicality, reliability, and a willingness to learn.