Overhead Lines Apprentice: Earn While You Learn

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary progression

Annual leave

Pension scheme

Safety equipment provided

Cycle to work

Accommodation provided

Sharesave plan

Job summary

National Grid plc is offering a three-year Power Industry Jointer Advanced Apprenticeship, with study at college and National Grid training centres. You will earn while you learn and work toward a City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Power Engineering.

You must live within a 30-minute depot travel radius, and initial 12 weeks involve intensive training at designated centres. A starting salary of £19,366 is provided, with increases through Year 2 and beyond, up to £43,491 on completion.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and ability to interact with customers and stakeholders.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather.
• Safety awareness and ability to follow safety instructions.
• Evidence of qualifications prior to 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; plant details.
• Carry out switching operations on the LV network.
• Represent National Grid on site and coordinate with teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Resilience

Curious problem solving

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

GCSE Science

Two additional GCSEs

Level 3 Electrical Engineering

Job description

National Grid plc is offering a three-year Power Industry Jointer Advanced Apprenticeship, with study at college and National Grid training centres. You will earn while you learn and work toward a City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Power Engineering.

You must live within a 30-minute depot travel radius, and initial 12 weeks involve intensive training at designated centres. A starting salary of £19,366 is provided, with increases through Year 2 and beyond, up to £43,491 on completion.