Technical Trainer - Jointing

National Grid; Eakring CP; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) seeks an experienced Cable Jointer trainer to lead Jointing training at the Eakring Training Centre. You will design and deliver courses, supervise apprentices, and collaborate with subject matter experts on innovative training solutions.

Applicants should hold LVUG and HV Jointing qualifications, demonstrate excellent communication, and be prepared to travel to Tipton and Taunton centres to complete portfolios and sign-off as a trainer.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong time management and planning abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft PowerPoint and IT tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality training in classroom and workshop environments.
• Design and develop technical and safety training to meet requirements.
• Maintain training products and ensure quality assurance compliance.
• Ensure training meets safety and technical standards.
• Collaborate with experts to keep training up to date.
• Review safety bulletins and lesson plans for high standard delivery.
• Support peer observations and drive improvements.
• Maintain training equipment and calibrate as needed.
• Assess learners against qualification standards.
• Work with Design and Innovation to drive improvements.
• Uphold Health & Safety and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Complete accurate course reports and assessments.

Skills

Communication

Time management

IT skills

Education

City and Guilds qualification

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

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

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.

Short listed candidates will be required to create a training presentation on a given topic which you will present in the interview.

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.