SP Electricity North West manages and invests in the power network that supplies electricity to the 2.4m homes and businesses across the North West. Our 2,400 colleagues manage the 13,000km of overhead lines, 44,000km of underground cables and thousands of electricity substations to keep power flowing and supporting green growth. We’re one of six distribution network operators in the UK and are regulated by Ofgem.
We’re proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry’s most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference.
Now part of the Iberdrola and ScottishPower group, we’re collectively building smarter, greener electricity networks that will get Britain growing by investing in a better future, quicker.
Advanced Apprenticeship
Roles Available: Substation Fitter Apprentice, Cable Jointer Apprentice & Overhead Line Worker Apprentice
Do you thrive outdoors, enjoy hands-on work, and want to help power communities across the North West?
Join our Power Engineering Apprenticeship Programme and choose your path as a Substation Fitter, Cable Jointer, or Overhead Line Worker. You’ll gain valuable skills, work alongside experienced engineers, and help maintain the infrastructure that keeps electricity flowing to homes, businesses, and rural communities.
Substation Fitter Apprentice
* Install, inspect, repair, and maintain electrical plant apparatus in substations
* Work with equipment such as switches, isolators, circuit breakers, batteries, and transformers
* Carry out fault repairs and maintenance in line with Health & Safety standards
* Learn from experienced team members and contribute to real-world projects
Cable Jointer Apprentice
* Install, maintain, and repair underground electrical cables
* Support the flow of electricity from substations to towns and cities
* Work outdoors in all weather conditions as part of a skilled team
* Play a vital role in powering homes and businesses across the region
Overhead Line Worker Apprentice
* Build, maintain, and repair overhead electricity lines
* Work on wooden poles and steel towers across 14,000km of overhead network
* Learn to work safely at height with full training and support
* Help deliver power to farms, rural homes, and remote communities
What’s In It For You?
* Study for:
o City & Guilds Level 2 qualification
o Level 3 Power Network Apprenticeship
* Receive support from a dedicated work-based mentor
* Starting salary of £15,700 with annual increases
* 23 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
* Access to discounts on retail, travel, leisure and more
* Membership to our pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution
What We’re Looking For
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English (Grade 4-9 / A*-C)
* Enjoy working outdoors in all conditions
* A team player with a positive attitude
* Motivation to build a long-term career in the energy sector
* Willingness to work at height (for Overhead Line Worker role)
Ready to Power Your Future?
We welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you meet the minimum criteria and are excited to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply now and start your journey with us.
Interview Process
When attending your interview, you’ll be considered for all three roles: Substation Fitter, Cable Jointer, and Overhead Line Worker. Our team will assess your strengths and interests to help match you to the most suitable pathway.
Assessment Day: Interviews being held W/C 16th March 2026 (Subject to Change)
We are a Disability Confident Employer, however it is important to note that there may be occasions where it is not practical or appropriate to interview applicants that have opted into the Disability Confident Scheme and meet the minimum criteria for the job. For example: in certain recruitment situations; high number of applications, seasonal and high-peak times etc we may limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to candidates with and without a disability.
Should you require any additional support with your application, or any adjustments please contact our Recruitment team at careers@enwl.co.uk or on 0845 366 0092 (option 2)
Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by SP Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a Medical Appointment, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and a Drug & Alcohol test.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable.