Electricity Distribution & Network Technician

National Grid; Bolsover; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electricity distribution company in the UK is looking for a Network Technician to work from their Alfreton depot. The role involves maintenance and repair of electricity networks up to 33kV, requiring specific qualifications in Electrical Engineering and GCSEs in English and Maths. Candidates must be proactive, able to work under pressure, and possess strong communication skills. This position may initially offer a lower salary during training. Join us in delivering essential energy services to communities across the region.

Qualifications

• GCSE in English and Maths or equivalent Level 2 qualification.
• Hold a City & Guilds 2339 Level 2 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Network operations including safety documents issuance up to 33kV.
• Construction and alteration of overhead lines.
• Repair and replacement of faulty plant and cables.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility

Education

Grade A*-C/4-9 GCSE in English and Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills

City & Guilds 2339 Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Electricity Distribution - Network Technician

An opportunity is available for a Network Technician based at our Alfreton depot covering the Chesterfield and Mansfield area.

You will be accountable to the Team Manager for the construction, maintenance and repair of the underground and overhead network up to 33kV. In addition, you will be responsible for the programming and monitoring of immediate work colleagues, switching up to 33kV, the issuing of appropriate safety documentation and dealing with other tasks appropriate to the Technicians role.

You are required to have grade A*-C/4-9 GCSE in English and Maths or Functional Skills Level 2 qualification in both subjects. In addition, you must hold a City & Guilds 2339 Level 2 or equivalent Level 2 qualification in Electrical Engineering.

Evidence of your qualifications will be required prior to appointment.

*Please note the successful candidate may initially be appointed at a lower salary until all relevant courses and training are complete.

Main Responsibilities

• Network operations including the issue of Limitations of Access and Permit to Work safety documents up to 33kV
• Construction of distribution substations, construction and alteration of overhead lines and associated plant. Installation of plant. Laying and jointing of cables up to 11kV.
• Repair and replacement offaulty and obsolete plant, cables and overhead lines.
• Recording asset routes, details and positions.

Ideal Candidate

You must be able to work on your own initiative as part of a small team and be capable of making on the spot decisions as required. You will need good communications skills, a flexible attitude and be able to cope in pressured situations often working to tight deadlines. In addition, you will be required to train as an SAP and be mobile throughout the area to undertake standby duties as part of the formal rota operating in the team.

If not already attained, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Level 3 City & Guilds 2339.

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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.