Outage Planning Engineer Apprentice, Network Operations

2026 Outage Planning Engineer Higher Apprentice, Network Operations, Warwick

Apply for the 2026 Outage Planning Engineer Higher Apprentice, Network Operations, Warwick role at National Grid.

As an Outage Planning Engineer Higher Apprentice at National Grid, you’ll join the Electricity Transmission Network Operations and Intelligence team to help plan and manage power outages so essential maintenance can happen with minimal disruption to our customers. We utilise advanced technologies and maintain clear communication channels to enhance system reliability and customer satisfaction during outages. You will gain experience in creating detailed plans for scheduled power outages, mapping out affected lines, required work and timing, working closely with customers, regulators, and neighbouring utilities.

• Collaborate with substation crews to plan essential maintenance outages, keeping the network safe and reliable.
• Work with key stakeholders to ensure the system is ready and accessible for planned works.
• Assess risks and complete assessments to make smart decisions and avoid unexpected issues.
• Respond to critical faults quickly, adjusting plans to keep the network running smoothly.
• Explain the rationale behind each outage, demonstrating its value and impact.

This role is based in the National Grid headquarters office in Warwick and offers flexible, hybrid working. You will also spend time at Loughborough College to study for your HTQ in Electrical/ Electronic Engineering and at the National Grid Training Academy in Eakring, Nottinghamshire for in‑house training.

• Minimum of five GCSEs with grades 9 to 4 (A
  * to
  
  C), including English, Maths and a Science.
• Two A‑Levels at grade C or above, including Maths or Physics, or a BTEC National Certificate or Diploma Level 3 in a STEM discipline at Grade Merit or Distinction.
• Valid UK driving licence within the first 12 months of starting the programme.

Starting salary of £31,310, increasing annually.

• Upon successful completion of the 2-year apprenticeship, achieve a nationally recognised Level 4 HTQ in Electrical/ Electronic Engineering.
• 26 days annual leave plus statutory holidays.
• Pension scheme and share‑save options.
• Flexible benefits including cycle‑to‑work and buy/sell holiday.
• Opportunity to enrol in share‑save/share incentive plans.
• Well‑rounded skill development through practical experience.
• A permanent position upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

National Grid is at the heart of the energy future, with 30,000 colleagues across the UK. We don’t generate or sell energy – we connect the network to power consumers, ensuring reliable supply. We are committed to building a cleaner, greener future and shaping how energy is used and consumed for generations to come.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss any adjustments required.