Overhead Lines Apprentice: Earn While You Learn & Qualify

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

Benefits offered by this job

Starting salary £19,366

Annual salary progression

23 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Protective clothing provided

Cycle to work

Sharesave and SIP

EAP

Job summary

National Grid is offering a three-year apprenticeship to become a Power Networks Craftsperson. You’ll start with 12 weeks’ induction at a Training Centre, earn while you learn, and gain a City & Guilds Level 3 Qualification in Electrical Power Engineering.

On-the-job training will run alongside formal assessments to qualify you as an Overhead Linesperson. You’ll work on LV, HV, and EHV networks, carrying out construction, maintenance, testing and switching.

Qualifications

• GCSE English Language at Grade A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 English required.
• GCSE Mathematics at Grade A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 Maths required.
• GCSE Science at Grade A*-C/9-4 or BTEC Science Level 2 equivalent required.
• Two other GCSEs A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 qualifications required.
• A Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering with GCSE Maths/English grade C or above is accepted as alternative.

Responsibilities

• Construct and alter overhead lines, install pole mounted plant and cables.
• 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 and continuity on LV cables.
• Test earthing, voltage and phasing; perform LV switching operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Outdoor/adventure mindset

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSE English Language A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 English

GCSE Mathematics A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 Maths

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

Two other GCSEs A*-C/9-4 or Level 2

Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification + GCSE Maths/English C or above

Job description

National Grid is offering a three-year apprenticeship to become a Power Networks Craftsperson. You’ll start with 12 weeks’ induction at a Training Centre, earn while you learn, and gain a City & Guilds Level 3 Qualification in Electrical Power Engineering.

On-the-job training will run alongside formal assessments to qualify you as an Overhead Linesperson. You’ll work on LV, HV, and EHV networks, carrying out construction, maintenance, testing and switching.