Electricity Distribution - Network Technician

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- Gloucester

Job Reference ER604/2026

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Permanent
- Full Time

Working Hours:

37

Location:

Gloucester

Closing Date:

04/10/2026

Role Types:

Region / Division:

Operations

Department:

Operations (West Midlands)

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.

National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues – who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast-moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.

An opportunity is available for a Network Technician based at Gloucester our depot.

You will be accountable to the Operations Manager for the construction, maintenance and repair of the underground and overhead network up to 66kV. In addition, you will be responsible for the programming and monitoring of immediate work colleagues, switching up to 66kV, the issuing of appropriate safety documentation and dealing with other tasks appropriate to the Technicians role.

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.

* Please note the successful candidate may initially be appointed at a lower salary until all relevant courses and training are complete.

• Network operations including the issue of Limitations of Access and Permit to Work safety documents up to 66kV
• Construction of distribution substations, construction and alterationofoverhead lines and associated plant. Installation of plant. Laying and jointing ofcables up to 11kV.
• Repair and replacement offaulty and obsolete plant, cables and overhead lines.
• Recording asset routes, details and positions.

We’re looking for a proactive, safety-focused individual with experience in electricity network operations who can work independently, make sound operational decisions, and contribute effectively within a small team. You'll be an excellent communicator, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and capable of managing competing priorities and tight deadlines.

• A City & Guilds 2339 Level 2 qualification, or an equivalent Level 2 qualification in Electrical Engineering.
• Working towards or experience of 11kV switching (training will be provided).
• Experience of Low Voltage (LV) and High Voltage (HV) network operations.
• A full UK/EU driving licence.
• The ability to participate in the standby rota and travel throughout the operational area.
• Residence within approximately 60 minutes of the depot location.

Ideally, you'll also have:

• A background in electricity distribution, ideally within a Craft, Technician, Engineer or similar operational role.
• Experience working within a DNO, IDNO, private network operator, or on industrial 11kV networks.
• Strong IT skills and confidence using operational and business systems.
• An awareness of project management and…