Electricity Network Planning & Design Higher Apprentice - Withybush/Llanfi
Location: Carmarthenshire, GB, SA39 9HT Haverfordwest, GB, SA62 4EQ
Division: Higher Apprenticeship Programme
Job Function: 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.
Net-zero targets are transforming the way we work and increasing the scope of the positive impact we can make. Right now, we’re looking for apprentices to join us.
Our people in Network Services work across a number of teams to keep the lights on for our customers, maintaining a 24/7 service from faults and maintenance to new connections.
About the Role
The role of a Planning & Design Trainee involves detailed technical discussions with customers, architects, public authorities, and landowners, along with an understanding of complex engineering problems. Applicants must be personable and approachable, with a firm understanding of engineering and financial matters.
The training programme provides on-the-job training and formal courses held in one of our Training Centres at either Taunton or Tipton, over a period of approximately two years. Successful candidates will also be expected to study for and achieve a higher-level qualification. The majority of the on-the-job training will take place within local teams, but you may be required to undertake placements at other locations across the National Grid service area.
You will be responsible for the design, costing, and quoting of projects such as new electricity supplies and the replacement, diversion, and reinforcement of existing electricity network assets.
The apprenticeship programme takes around three years to complete, and you’ll spend your first 10 - 12 weeks being inducted at one of our Training Centres. You’ll earn while you learn and develop your knowledge, skills, and behaviours to become a Network Planner.
As you will be studying for a higher-level qualification, you will be required to undertake placements with your training provider for up to two weeks at a time during the first two years. Accommodation and travel costs will be provided.
What You'll Need
* Excellent communication skills; you could be speaking with customers, colleagues, or internal stakeholders.
* You’ll be resilient and willing to learn, genuinely passionate about your career and committed to studying.
* We are looking for candidates who are personable, approachable, and have a solid understanding of engineering and financial matters.
In addition to the below qualifications, you are required to hold a GCSE in English AND Maths (Grade A*-C/9-4).
Our minimum entry criteria require the following qualifications (held or predicted):
* A Levels at grade A*-C, one of which must be Maths, Engineering, Electronics, or Physics.
* OR a level 3 or above qualification in an Engineering based subject which contains Electrical or Electronic modules.
If your qualifications are predicted, you must receive your confirmed results prior to the commencement of the scheme.
If you are offered a position, you will be required to successfully complete a basic DBS check that shows any unspent convictions or conditional cautions.
Start date September 2025. Please note that we are unable to accommodate any annual leave during these first 12 weeks of training.
What You'll Get
Joining the UK’s leading electricity distribution business means plenty of career opportunities and well-deserved recognition. We reward hard work and encourage ambition, which is why we offer a competitive starting salary.
In addition to this, you will also receive the following benefits:
* 26 days annual leave + statutory holidays
* Competitive pension scheme (Double matched up to 12%) and Sharesave options
* Earn whilst you learn and receive a fully funded qualification
* Develop well-rounded skills, learning from experienced professionals in the industry
* Employee Assistance Programme
Our Values and Principles
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering.
Further Information
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient numbers of suitable applications be received, so it would be best to apply as soon as you can.
*National Grid's Apprenticeship programme in the UK is open to all applicants who meet the eligibility criteria including an existing and valid right to work in the UK.
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