Overhead Lines Apprentice - Earn While You Learn (Level 3)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 23 days

Pension

Safety equipment

Cycle to work

Share schemes

Job summary

National Grid is offering a three-year apprenticeship to become a Power Networks Craftsperson. The programme includes 12 weeks in induction at training centres, followed by on-the-job training and development while achieving a City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Power Engineering.

You’ll work outdoors on LV networks, be required to stay away during initial training, and receive a starting salary with annual increases. A permanent position is anticipated on completion.

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSEs as listed above and Level 3 in Electrical Engineering are required or predicted.
• Evidence of qualifications must be provided prior to appointment.
• DBS check will be completed if offered a position.

Responsibilities

• Join live LV network craft skills activities and work on LV, HV, and EHV circuits.
• Assist with network operations and connect generators and services.
• Record asset routes, details and positions; record plant details.
• Record test results for insulation, phasing, and continuity on LV cables.
• Carry out switching operations on the LV network.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Resilience

Curiosity

Education

GCSE English (A-C/9-4)

GCSE Maths (A-C/9-4)

GCSE Science (A-C/9-4)

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

Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification

Job description

National Grid is offering a three-year apprenticeship to become a Power Networks Craftsperson. The programme includes 12 weeks in induction at training centres, followed by on-the-job training and development while achieving a City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Power Engineering.

You’ll work outdoors on LV networks, be required to stay away during initial training, and receive a starting salary with annual increases. A permanent position is anticipated on completion.