Network Technician
National Grid
Network Technician
Salary Not Specified
National Grid, Redruth, Cornwall
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 16 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: a23e73cf1f3344d7a8da77851c2b45a6
Full Job Description
- The construction, reinforcement, alteration and replacement of assets.
- The maintenance and repair of assets.
- The restoration of supplies to customers and repair of faulty assets.
- The issue of safety documents up to 66kV.
- The organisation of individual projects.
- The cost effectiveness of individual projects.
- Own performance and behaviour.
- The impact of project and own activities on customers, public and environment.
- The health and safety of the team.
- The quality of own work.
- Own personal development.
- The identification of necessary physical resources.
- The effective use of contracts.
- The representation of the team and the Company at the individual level.
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., You must be able to work on our own initiative as part of a small team and be capable of making on the spot decisions as required. You will need good communication skills, a flexible attitude and be able to cope in pressured situations often working to tight deadlines. In addition you will be expected to train as a SAP and be mobile throughout the area as you will be required to undertake standby duties.
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. - 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
- 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
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.
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: