Job description

Programme duration: Three years

Starting salary: £19,693 with a potential earnings capability c. £50k as an established Craftsperson

Do you want to help light up the region, power your career and be part of an evolving energy industry?

We’re looking for aspiring and ambitious individuals who are ready to join our highly competitive craftsperson apprenticeship programme and earn while you learn.

The energy industry is advancing with investment in smart technology innovation and Northern Powergrid, as the company responsible for powering everyday life for 8 million customers across 3.9 million homes and businesses in the North East, Yorkshire, The Humber and northern Lincolnshire, is at the forefront of delivering a power network that meets the region’s needs, now and in the future.

We're looking to attract a diverse group of high calibre, agile individuals to join our team, whether you’ve recently finished studying or you're in an established career and looking for a change in direction.

If you’d like to be part of this journey, have what it takes to be the best and want to energise your career, this is the opportunity for you.

If you're successful, you'll get to carry out a three-year apprenticeship programme and train in one of the following roles:

•Overhead Lineperson – construct and maintain overhead electricity lines

•Underground Cable Jointer – repair, install and connect underground electricity cables

•Electrical Fitter - install and maintain electrical plant and equipment.

You’ll enjoy a great mix of practical experience and on-the-job training while studying at college to achieve the Power Network Craftsperson Apprenticeship. Prove yourself and enjoy a rewarding career.

So, if you are highly motivated, well organised, love being outdoors and enjoy a challenge,apply nowand see if you have what it takes to join Northern Powergrid and energise your future career.

As part of the selection process, you will need to complete an online application form and participate in a practical assessment day.

Visit northernpowergrid.com/careers to find out more about this and other career opportunities.

Closing date for applications: 11 June 2023

Assessment centre dates: Various dates between 14 – 30 August 2023

Applicants are considered on the basis oftheir suitability for the post irrespective of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, race, age or disability, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £19,693.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Work Location: In person