Overhead Lines Advanced Apprentice — City & Guilds Level 3

National Grid; Boston; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

City & Guilds Level 3 qualification

23 days annual leave

Pension (double matched up to 12%)

Protective clothing & safety equipment

Cycle to work & holiday buy/sell

Sharesave/Share Incentive Plans

Employee Assistance Programme

Permanent position after completion

Job summary

National Grid is offering an Overhead Lines Advanced Apprentice in Lincoln/Boston. The 36-month programme combines hands-on experience with centre-based training to achieve a City & Guilds Level 3 Qualification in Electrical Power Engineering. You will work outdoors, contribute to live networks and develop as a qualified Overhead Linesperson.

Starting salary is £19,366 with annual salary increases. Accommodation and travel support during training are provided, and there is potential for a

Qualifications

• GCSE English Language A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 English required.
• GCSE Mathematics A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 Maths required.
• GCSE Science A*-C/9-4 or equivalent.
• Two other GCSEs at A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 in any subject.
• Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification required or predicted; evidence of qualifications needed before appointment.

Responsibilities

• Construct and alter overhead lines and install pole-mounted plant.
• Carry out routine inspection, maintenance and repairs of overhead equipment.
• Record asset routes, details and positions.
• Locate and identify cables, test insulation, phasing and continuity on LV cables.
• Test earthing, voltage, phasing and phase rotation.
• Carry out LV switching operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Willing to learn

Education

GCSE English Language (A*-C/9-4)

GCSE Mathematics (A*-C/9-4)

GCSE Science (A*-C/9-4)

Two other GCSEs (A*-C/9-4)

City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification

Job description

National Grid is offering an Overhead Lines Advanced Apprentice in Lincoln/Boston. The 36-month programme combines hands-on experience with centre-based training to achieve a City & Guilds Level 3 Qualification in Electrical Power Engineering. You will work outdoors, contribute to live networks and develop as a qualified Overhead Linesperson.

Starting salary is £19,366 with annual salary increases. Accommodation and travel support during training are provided, and there is potential for a