Substation Engineer Apprentice West Asset Operations

Position: 2026 Substation Engineer Higher Apprentice West Asset Operations

2026 Substation Engineer Higher Apprentice – West London, Asset Operations

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About the Role

Ensuring the future of electricity transmission – we consider engineering a legacy that keeps the lights on for generations. As a Higher Apprenticeship Substations engineer you will learn to transform high‑voltage electricity into low‑voltage electricity for homes and businesses, working on testing, safety, protection, refurbishment, maintenance, technical support, problem diagnosis and fault fixing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver all work with safety at the heart of actions and decisions.
• Work towards Senior Authorised Person (SAP) status.
• Lead teams of fitters and contractors on high‑voltage substation projects, ensuring risk assessments, method statements and toolbox talks are in place.
• Manage and review progress on safety‑critical works.
• Act as temporary works co‑ordinator and principal contractor under CDM regulations.
• Join a standby rota for emergency call‑outs and earn additional payments.

Training & Qualification

During the three‑year programme you will receive on‑the‑job training and attend a Higher National Certificate (HNC) course in Electrical Power Protection & Plant Commissioning.

• Year 1 – approximately 75% on‑site at Eakring Training Centre (Nottinghamshire) and 25% in Loughborough.
• Year 2 – approximately 50% on‑site and 50% in Loughborough.
• Year 3 – approximately 25% on‑site and 75% in Loughborough.

Location

This role is based across the West London region; you will be expected to travel within a 45‑minute drive of postcode KT15 3LA
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About You

• Two A‑Levels (Maths or Physics C or above) or a BTEC with a Maths or Engineering module.
• Valid UK driving licence (must be available three months before start).
• Ability to live away from home during training.
• Driven, proactive, and adaptable communication skills.
• Practical engineering mindset and keen to apply yourself.

What You’ll Get

• Starting salary of £31,310.
• Free food, accommodation and travel during training.
• 26 days annual leave plus statutory holidays.
• Double‑matched pension contribution scheme.
• Option to purchase discounted National Grid shares.
• One professional membership subscription paid by the company.
• Access to the National Grid ‘My Discounts’ scheme.
• Personal Development Plan and structured training.

About National Grid

National Grid is at the heart of the energy future, connecting energy from A to B across the UK. We are investing billions in Net Zero and creating a cleaner, greener future.

Values and Principles

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to us. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will discuss any adjustments you may require.

Application Process

We recruit on a rolling basis and may close the vacancy once we have sufficient applications. Assessment centres will be held between January and April 2026.

Apprenticeship is open to those with a valid right to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship for the UK points‑based immigration system, except in exceptional circumstances.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All applications are welcome regardless of race, nationality or ethnic origin.

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