Electricity Distribution - Network Technician
An opportunity is available for a Network Technician based at Hinckley.
The successful candidate will be accountable to the Team Manager for the construction, maintenance and repair of the distribution network up to 66kV. You will be required to take responsibility for safety, work planning, performance and the issuing of safety documents and other tasks appropriate to the technician role. You will also be required to switch up to 66kV.
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.
Main Responsibilities
* 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.
* The identification of necessary physical resources.
* The effective use of contracts.
* The representation of the team and the Company at the individual level.
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 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 an SAP and be mobile throughout the area as you will be required to undertake standby duties.
If not already attained, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Level 3 City & Guilds 2339.
National Grid Electricity Distribution is committed to safeguarding the interests of the Company, colleagues and customers. This role is subject to a satisfactory Barring Service (DBS) check. Depending on the role, different levels of screening and vetting are required. Some roles require a triannual check.
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