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Electricity Distribution - Network Technician

National Grid

The Role

Overview

Construct, maintain and repair underground/overhead electricity networks up to 33kV.

Key Responsibilities

  • asset recording
  • plant recording
  • substation construction
  • overhead lines
  • cable laying
  • repair replacement

Tasks

-Recording asset routes, details and positions. -Recording plant details. -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 of faulty and obsolete plant, cables and overhead lines.

Requirements

  • network ops
  • access limits
  • permit to work
  • safety docs
  • 33kv

What You Bring

-Network operations including the issue of Limitations of Access and Permit to Work safety documents up to 33kV

Benefits

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

The Company

About National Grid

-Plays a critical role in delivering electricity and gas to millions of homes and businesses. -Operates in both the UK and US, ensuring safe and reliable energy distribution. -Deeply involved in the development of renewable energy infrastructure, including wind and solar projects. -Key projects include cross-border power links to improve energy security and integrating low-carbon solutions. -Continually innovates to meet growing energy demand while reducing environmental impact. -Operates in both electricity and natural gas distribution across a vast geographical area in the US. -Invests in sustainability initiatives and clean energy infrastructure.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Electricity Transmission

Electricity Distribution

Gas Transmission

Gas Distribution

Hydrogen Transmission

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)

Infrastructure

Renewable Energy

Wind

Solar

Nuclear

Commercial

Residential

Industrial

Utilities

Transport

Water Resources

Government

Heavy Civil

Marine

Security Clearance

-requires a satisfactory barring service (dbs) check. -additional screening and vetting may be required, with some roles needing triannual checks.