Job responsibilities
Ensure asset reliability and performance. Restore supplies to customers promptly and carry out timely repairs of faulty assets. Issue safety documentation for work activities up to 33kV, ensuring full compliance with safety procedures. Plan, organise, and manage individual projects from initiation through to completion. Monitor and manage the cost effectiveness of assigned projects, ensuring value for money. Maintain high standards of personal performance, professionalism, and behaviour. Assess and manage the impact of project activities—both personal and team-related—on customers, the public, and the environment. Promote and safeguard the health and safety of the team at all times. Ensure the quality and accuracy of all work delivered. Take ownership of ongoing personal development to maintain and enhance professional competence. Identify and secure the physical resources required for safe and efficient project delivery. Utilize contracts effectively to support project and operational requirements. Represent the team and the company positively and professionally at an individual level.
The Ideal Candidate
Can work on one's own initiative as part of a small team and make on‑the‑spot decisions. Has good communication skills, a flexible attitude, and can cope in pressured situations with tight deadlines. Expected to train as an SAP and be mobile throughout the area to undertake standby duties. If not already attained, will undertake a Level 3 City & Guilds 2339. Requires living within the Chesterfield/Mansfield area.
Physical Requirements
For some National Grid positions that require working at height or using fall‑arrest devices, an upper weight limit of 135 kg applies due to the maximum safe working load of the safety equipment behind the electricity distribution systems.
Main Responsibilities
* Lead the construction, reinforcement, alteration, and replacement of electricity network assets to required standards.
* Deliver effective maintenance and repair activities, equipment that is used.
Screening
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 tri‑annual check.
About the Company
Nuclear Grid operates behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales, serving communities of more than 8 million people. National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We build an inclusive workplace and celebrate diversity. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future, tackling climate change and exploring renewable, low‑carbon energy sources.
Benefits
* 26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous service
* Competitive contributory pension scheme (we double match your contributions up to a maximum of 12 %)
* Annual Share Save plan
* Contributory private healthcare scheme for you and your family
* Support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services
* Free on‑site parking at all our main sites
Things you need to know
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We anonymise all applications in our recruitment system to eliminate unconscious bias and ensure the workplace reflects the community we serve. Hiring managers only have access to necessary information at the interview stage. If you require additional support to complete your online application, please email nged.recruitment@nationalgrid.co.uk.
Please note that, in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points‑based immigration system. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future. In exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced locally, we may consider sponsorship.
Recruitment correspondence is usually sent by email; please check your email account including spam/junk folders regularly after the closing date. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient numbers of suitable applications be received, so apply as soon as possible.
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