Technical Trainer - Jointing

Western Power Distribution; Eakring CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Pension scheme with employer match up

Annual Share Save plan

Life assurance x4 salary

Private healthcare for you and family

Job summary

National Grid Electricity Distribution seeks an experienced Training Trainer for Jointing at the Eakring Training Centre in the East Midlands. You will lead Jointing training courses, design innovative programmes using new technologies, and collaborate with experts to ensure training meets evolving workforce needs.

You will deliver to apprentices, new hires, and operational staff, with travel to other UK training centres. A DBS check is required and a full driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Recognised City and Guilds qualification or equivalent.
• Extensive experience as an Authorised Person holding LVUG and competent in HV Jointing Work.
• Solid understanding of Distribution Safety Rules and Cable Jointing Policies.
• Excellent communication and time management / planning skills.
• IT skills and familiarity with PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality training in classroom and workshop environments.
• Design and develop technical and safety training to meet customer requirements.
• Maintain training products and ensure QA compliance.
• Ensure training products meet safety and technical standards.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to meet workforce needs.
• Review safety bulletins and update sessions accordingly.
• Observe and give feedback to improve training quality.
• Maintain and calibrate training equipment.
• Assess learners to ensure qualification standards.
• Work with Design and Innovation Team to drive improvements.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Coaching

Team management

Safety awareness

MS PowerPoint

53kV/33kV jointing

Education

City & Guilds qualification or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

About Us

We're National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses.

National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues - who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast-moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.

Job Introduction

Are you a passionate and experienced Cable Jointer eager to inspire the next generation? We are looking for knowledgeable individual to join our training team at our Eakring Training Centre in the East Midlands.

In this exciting role, you will report to the Jointing Technical Training Delivery Manager and lead engaging Jointing training courses. Your responsibilities will include not only teaching but also collaborating on the design and development of innovative training programmes that utilise the latest technology and interactive learning solutions. You will play a key role in enhancing our training assets and facilities, working closely with subject matter experts to ensure our training meets the evolving needs of our workforce. You'll deliver training to apprentices, new hires and operational staff.

To thrive in this position, you should possess excellent communication and relationship-building skills and be qualified in both Low Voltage and High Voltage Jointing. Experience in coaching or mentoring others is a plus. Successful candidates will receive training to enhance their presentation and training skills.

Training will primarily take place at our Eakring Training Centre, with travel to other training centres, and operational sites across the UK. Please note there will be a need to travel to both Tipton and Taunton Training Centres to enable your completion of course portfolio and sign off as a trainer.

Join us and help shape the future of our industry!

Main Responsibilities

• Deliver quality training in classroom and workshop environments.
• Using experience to help in the design and development of technical and safety training to meet customer requirements.
• Support the maintenance of training products, ensuring compliance with internal quality assurance processes.
• Ensure training products meet relevant safety and technical requirements.
• Interact with technical experts and relevant departments to ensure training is developed to meet necessary standards.
• Review latest technical and safety bulletins to remain knowledgeable on safety training matters.
• Review lesson plans and presentations to ensure sessions are delivered to a high standard.
• Support the team by carrying out peer observations to identify and implement improvements.
• Ensure training equipment is maintained, calibrated, and tested as necessary.
• Assess individuals carrying out practical activities to ensure they meet qualification standards.
• Work with the Design and Innovation Team to drive improvements and new products.
• Health & Safety, Safeguarding responsibilities to learners.
• Completion of accurate course reports and assessments documentation

The Ideal Candidate

• Recognised City and Guilds qualification or equivalent
• Extensive relevant experience as an Authorised Person holding LVUG & competent in HV Jointing Work.
• Sound understanding of the Distribution Safety Rules and Cable Jointing Policies
• Excellent communication and time management / planning skills
• Good degree of IT skills and be conversant with Microsoft PowerPoint
• Experience of managing teams or work activities desirable
• The following are desirable
  • Previous training experience, knowledge of coaching of others would be advantageous.
  • Knowledge of Safeguarding, or working with young adults is desirable but training will be given.
  • 33kV jointing experience

The successful applicant will be expected to study for and successfully complete a suitable professional training qualification. Although this role will be based at Eakring, the successful candidate will be required to travel to other sites as required to meet the needs of the business. A full valid driving licence is required to be held as part of this role.

You will be working with employees of various ages and some who are aged between 16 and 18. National Grid have a responsibility to ensure young people are safe within the business and we will require a DBS check to be undertaken by the successful applicant at the Enhanced level.

About The Company

Joining the UK's leading electricity distribution business means plenty of career opportunities and well-deserved recognition. We reward hard work and encourage ambition. So, as well as a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:

• 26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous service
• Competitive contributory pension scheme (we double match your contributions up to a maximum of 12%)
• Annual Share Save plan
• Life assurance x 4 basic salary
• Contributory private healthcare scheme for you and your family
• Support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services
• Free on-site parking at all our main sites

Things you need to know

As an equal opportunities employer who is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, we celebrate individual difference and are actively bringing in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build on our inclusive culture. If you require additional support to complete your online application, please email [e-mail] .

Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.

Recruitment correspondence is usually sent by email, please check your email account including spam/junk folders regularly after the closing date.

National Grid Electricity Distribution is committed to safeguarding the interests of the Company, colleagues and customers. This role is subject to a satisfactory Barring Service, (DBS) check, depending on the role different levels of screening and vetting are required. Some roles require a triannual check.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient numbers of suitable applications be received, so it would be best to apply as soon as you can.