Overhead Lines Apprentice: Earn & Learn in Power

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

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Competitive pension scheme

Protective clothing and safety gear

Flexible benefits

Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans

Lateral development and career growth

Job summary

National Grid’s UK apprenticeship offers a three-year path to becoming a qualified Power Networks Craftsperson. You’ll train at centres, study for a City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Power Engineering, and gain essential hands-on experience on live LV/HV networks.

You’ll be supported throughout, joining live projects, with clear progression, accommodation during training weeks, and a growing salary as you advance through the programme.

Qualifications

• GCSE English Language and Maths at the required grades or Level 2 Functional/Key Skills English and Maths.
• GCSE Science at A*-C/9-4 or BTEC Science Level 2 equivalent.
• Two other GCSEs A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 qualifications in any subject.
• Level 3 Electrical Engineering + GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths and English is acceptable as an alternative, with evidence required.

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; record plant details.
• 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

Excellent communication

Adventurous/outdoors

Safety awareness

Resilient and eager to learn

Curious problem solvers

Education

GCSE English Language A-C/9-4

GCSE Mathematics A-C/9-4

GCSE Science A-C/9-4 or BTEC Science Level 2

Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

National Grid’s UK apprenticeship offers a three-year path to becoming a qualified Power Networks Craftsperson. You’ll train at centres, study for a City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Power Engineering, and gain essential hands-on experience on live LV/HV networks.

You’ll be supported throughout, joining live projects, with clear progression, accommodation during training weeks, and a growing salary as you advance through the programme.