Overhead Lines Projects – Advanced Apprenticeship

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

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave (26 after)

Competitive pension (double matched up

Protective clothing & safety equipment

Cycle to work & holiday buy/sell

Sharesave & Share Incentive Plans

Employee Assistance Programme

Permanent position on completion

Job summary

National Grid Electricity Distribution in Wales invites applicants to join the Overhead Lines Projects Advanced Apprentice programme. The three-year scheme starts September 2027, with a 12-week induction at Training Centres, and combines on-the-job training with study to gain City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Power Engineering.

You will work on the LV/HV networks up to 132kV, construct and maintain overhead lines, carry out inspections and switching, and learn from experienced teams.

Qualifications

• GCSE English Language at Grade A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 Functional/Key Skills English
• GCSE Mathematics at Grade A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 Functional/Key Skills Maths
• GCSE Science at Grade A*-C/9-4 or BTEC Science Level 2 equivalent
• Two other GCSEs A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 qualifications in any subject.
• Evidence of qualifications required prior to appointment. DBS check may be needed.

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
• 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

Excellent communication

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Learning mindset

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical Power Engineering

Job description

National Grid Electricity Distribution in Wales invites applicants to join the Overhead Lines Projects Advanced Apprentice programme. The three-year scheme starts September 2027, with a 12-week induction at Training Centres, and combines on-the-job training with study to gain City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Power Engineering.

You will work on the LV/HV networks up to 132kV, construct and maintain overhead lines, carry out inspections and switching, and learn from experienced teams.