National Grid
Craftsperson - Jointing
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Job Introduction
An opportunity is available for a Craftsperson (Jointing) based in Redruth to cover the West Cornwall area.
In this role you will be required to undertake Jointing techniques up to 33kV, including excavation, cable laying, reinstatement and fault location on LV cables.
Candidates are required to have Grade A-C/4-9 GCSE* in English and Maths or Functional Skills Level qualification in both subjects. Evidence of your qualifications will be required prior to appointment.
Ideal Candidate
The successful applicant will ideally have underground experience. Consideration will be given to applicants who do not possess all the skills required to undertake the role at present but have the confidence and ability to reach the necessary standards with appropriate training.
If not already attained, the successful candidate will be required to study for the relevant City & Guilds Level 2 qualification in Electrical Engineering and complete TAR – which includes daily diary page completion, and a number of tasks and reports as required.
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- You must be able to work on your own initiative as part of a small team, making on the spot decisions as required and working to tight deadlines.
- A flexible attitude is essential, as you will be required to undertake other duties to assist the team in meeting its objectives.
- In addition, you will need to be mobile throughout the area as you may be required to undertake standby duties.
Please note the successful candidate may initially be appointed at a lower salary until all relevant courses and training are complete.
Operationally we require you to live within approximately 30 minutes of the depot you are applying for.
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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.
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