Overhead Lines Apprentice: Power Networks Craftsperson

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

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Pension with double match up to 12%

Protective clothing & safety equipment

Cycle to work

Sharesave & Share Incentive Plans

Employee Assistance Programme

Permanent position on completion

Job summary

National Grid is offering a three-year apprenticeship to become a Power Networks Craftsperson, with an initial 12-week induction at dedicated training centres followed by hands-on experience across LV, HV and EHV networks. You’ll gain a City & Guilds Level 3 qualification and develop practical skills under experienced supervision.

You’ll live within a 30-minute depot radius and travel for some training weeks.

Qualifications

• GCSE English Language at Grade A*-C/9-4 (or Level 2 English)
• GCSE Maths at Grade A*-C/9-4 (or Level 2 Maths)
• GCSE Science at Grade A*-C/9-4 (or BTEC Level 2)
• Two other GCSEs A*-C/9-4 (or Level 2 in any subject)
• Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification with GCSEs Maths & English

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

Communication skills

Adventurous/outdoors

Safety awareness

Resilient & curious

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

GCSE Science

Two other GCSEs

Level 3 Electrical Engineering (with Maths & English GCSEs)

Job description

National Grid is offering a three-year apprenticeship to become a Power Networks Craftsperson, with an initial 12-week induction at dedicated training centres followed by hands-on experience across LV, HV and EHV networks. You’ll gain a City & Guilds Level 3 qualification and develop practical skills under experienced supervision.

You’ll live within a 30-minute depot radius and travel for some training weeks.