National Grid

Higher Apprentice Transmission Network Control Centre Engineer

Here at the Transmission Network Control Centre (TNCC), we are at the heart of real time remote operational control of the high voltage electricity transmission system. The ‘Network’ consists of over 14,000km of circuit (400kV and 275kV), nearly 800 supergrid transformers and 340 substations. 

The TNCC Control Room operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It is responsible for a number of critical activities including facilitating safe access to the Network for maintenance and construction, responding to faults, events, alarms and phone calls, and ensuring the safety of our Operations teams in the field. 

To be considered for this role you'll need to have enthusiasm and a willingness to learn,be passionate about tackling climate change along with acurious, questioning mind. You'll also need:

GCSE Maths, English Language and a Science GCSE at a 4/C and above

2 A-Levels - 1 must be in either Maths or Physics (Grade C or above) 

BTEC National Certificate Level 3 in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or Engineering (Merit or Distinction with the Maths modules being Merit or Distinction) 

BTEC National Diploma Level 3 in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or Engineering (Merit or Distinction with the Maths modules being Merit or Distinction) 

ONC in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Merit or Distinction with the Maths modules being Merit or Distinction)

HNC/HND in Electrical, Electronic or Mechanical Engineering (Pass, Merit or Distinction) 

Degree in Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Engineering

You must hold a valid full UK car driving licence, or be willing to learn to drive and agree to secure a valid full UK car driving licence within 3months after joining the programme.

We're proud to offer a competitive salary of £24,533

This opportunity will be based in Warwick.

The closing date will be Sunday 15th March 2021, we advise all candidates to apply as early as possible to ensure you obtain the place you want in the application process.

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*Please note that if you are placed into a Control Room role, this will involve shift working (early/late starts/finishes, weekend working, no overnight working). Any role involving shift working is subject to an additional shift allowance.