Overhead Lines Apprentice: Become a Power Networks Craftsperson

National Grid Plc; Bude; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Pension scheme (double matched)

Protective clothing and safety gear

Cycle to work

Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans

Employee Assistance Programme

Permanent position on completion

Job summary

National Grid is offering a 3-year Electrical Power Engineering apprenticeship to become a qualified Overhead Linesperson. The programme combines on-the-job training with formal study at training centres, culminating in a City & Guilds Level 3 qualification.

You’ll spend the first 12 weeks inducted and will work at various depots while earning a salary. The role covers constructing and maintaining overhead lines, testing, repairs, and project work on LV, HV, and EHV circuits.

Qualifications

• GCSE English Language at Grade A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 Functional/Key Skills English
• GCSE Mathematics at Grade A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 Functional/Key Skills Maths
• GCSE Science at Grade A*-C/9-4 or BTEC Science Level 2 equivalent
• Two other GCSEs A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 qualifications in any subject

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Excellent communication

Adventurous

Safety awareness

Resilient learner

Curious problem solvers

Education

GCSE English Language

GCSE Mathematics

GCSE Science

Two additional GCSEs

City & Guilds Level 2 & 3 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering

Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering

Job description

National Grid is offering a 3-year Electrical Power Engineering apprenticeship to become a qualified Overhead Linesperson. The programme combines on-the-job training with formal study at training centres, culminating in a City & Guilds Level 3 qualification.

You’ll spend the first 12 weeks inducted and will work at various depots while earning a salary. The role covers constructing and maintaining overhead lines, testing, repairs, and project work on LV, HV, and EHV circuits.