Power Industry Jointer Apprentice – Advanced

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

Benefits offered by this job

City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical-Po

23 days annual leave

Job summary

National Grid is offering a three-year apprenticeship to become a Power Networks Jointer. You’ll begin with 12 weeks of induction at training centres, earning while you learn and gaining City & Guilds Level 2 in Electrical Engineering.

The program includes on-the-job training under experienced jointers and a final qualification as a Jointer. You’ll work on LV, HV and EHV networks, constructing distribution substations, laying and joining cables, and performing fault location and repairs.

Qualifications

• GCSE English Language at Grade A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 English
• GCSE Mathematics at Grade A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 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.
• Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification with GCSEs in Maths and English meets entry requirements.

Responsibilities

• Join us and participate in craft skills on LV, HV and EHV networks.
• Assist with network operations, connect generators and services, and manage projects.
• Construct distribution substations, lay/joint cables, and terminate cables.
• Record asset details and locations, test insulation, phasing and continuity.
• Carry out earthing tests, voltage tests, and switching operations on LV network.

Skills

Excellent communication

Outdoor/adaptable

Safety awareness

Curious problem solving

Education

GCSE English Language A–C/Level 2

GCSE Mathematics A–C/Level 2

GCSE Science A–C/Level 2

Two additional GCSEs A–C/Level 2

Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification + GCSE Maths/English

Job description

National Grid is offering a three-year apprenticeship to become a Power Networks Jointer. You’ll begin with 12 weeks of induction at training centres, earning while you learn and gaining City & Guilds Level 2 in Electrical Engineering.

The program includes on-the-job training under experienced jointers and a final qualification as a Jointer. You’ll work on LV, HV and EHV networks, constructing distribution substations, laying and joining cables, and performing fault location and repairs.