Power Networks Fitter Apprentice: Earn While You Learn

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

Benefits offered by this job

City & Guilds Level 3 qualification (3

23 days annual leave

Pension

Safety equipment provided

Flexible benefits

Sharesave eligibility

Employee Assistance Programme

Permanent position on completion

Job summary

National Grid is offering a 36-month Level 3 Power Industry Jointer Advanced Apprenticeship. You will train on LV networks and, for the first 12 weeks, be inducted at National Grid Training Centres, earning while you learn to qualify as a Power Networks Fitter.

Initial training is at Tipton, Eakring and Loughborough College with accommodation and travel covered. A City & Guilds Level 3 qualification is awarded on completion, and a permanent position is expected thereafter.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills; be able to interact with customers and colleagues.
• Safety awareness and ability to follow safety instructions and wear PPE.
• Willingness to learn, adapt to weather conditions and deadlines.
• Evidence of qualifications will be required prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Join live LV network craft skills activities.
• Assist with routine inspection, maintenance and repairs of substation equipment.
• Assist with connecting generators and installing wiring.
• Record asset routes, plant details and test earthing/voltage.
• Carry out switching operations on the LV network.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Resilience

Curious problem solver

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Mathematics

GCSE Science

Two other GCSEs

Level 3 Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

Job description

National Grid is offering a 36-month Level 3 Power Industry Jointer Advanced Apprenticeship. You will train on LV networks and, for the first 12 weeks, be inducted at National Grid Training Centres, earning while you learn to qualify as a Power Networks Fitter.

Initial training is at Tipton, Eakring and Loughborough College with accommodation and travel covered. A City & Guilds Level 3 qualification is awarded on completion, and a permanent position is expected thereafter.