The Opportunity

Are you currently an SAP that is looking to further your career whilst receiving development and training in the whole learning and development cycle, from design to evaluation? Whilst the role is primarily focused on the delivery and development of authorisation training, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to deliver across the whole engineering spectrum. On successful deployment to the function, the role will expose the candidate to career progression and leadership opportunities.

Job Purpose

Design and delivery of innovative, technical and safety compliant Substation courses with a focus on Operational Safety. Training will be delivered primarily at Eakring Training Centre however will include training at alternative Training Centres and Operational sites throughout the UK as required. Role holder will also attend training governance forums.

Key Accountabilities

Using experience to help in the design and development of technical and safety training to meet customer requirements.
Support the maintenance of training products, ensuring compliance with internal quality assurance processes.
Ensure training products meet relevant safety and technical requirements.
Interact with technical experts and relevant departments to ensure training is developed to meet necessary standards.
Deliver quality training in classroom and workshop environments.
Review latest technical and safety bulletins to remain knowledgeable on safety training matters.
Maintain training centre facilities and equipment:
Ensure training equipment is maintained, calibrated, and tested as necessary.

About Us

National Grid touches the lives of almost everyone, with an energy network that stretches across the Atlantic. We’re an international team, and our work underpins the lives of millions of people. Feet forwards, head up, and eyes bright, we’re working hard to create value for people today – and shape the future of energy tomorrow.

In the UK, we don’t generate or sell energy – we join the dots to get energy from A to B. From making a cup of tea in the morning, to keeping the lights on in hospitals, our electricity network puts power in the hands of people. Without it, the world as we know it would grind to a halt.

The world of energy is changing beyond recognition. Working at National Grid, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in the UK – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.

Our values and principles

At National Grid, through listening to what our customers need, every day we do the right thing and find a better way. As a National Grid employee, you’ll treat our customers as a priority, taking time to listen and work with them to help give them the best experience we possibly can. You’ll need to be proactive and flexible in your approach and continually look for ways to exceed their expectations – sometimes in unexpected and helpful ways. You’ll provide accessible information when our customers need it and make things simple by using your expertise to guide them. Above all, you’ll follow through on your promises to deliver value, drive efficiency and give them a great customer experience. We offer inclusion and diversity training for everyone here at National Grid, with a view to building an inclusive working environment and developing all our employees. Training opportunities range from unconscious bias and reverse mentoring to targeted training initiatives which are tailored to support our diverse and innovative work force.

Experience

About you

SAP trained (preferably National grid)
Significant experience, maintaining substation equipment and applying relevant safety precautions.
Previous training experience, knowledge sharing and coaching of others would be advantageous.
The applicant should have a good degree of IT skills and be conversant with Microsoft PowerPoint.
Excellent communication and time management/planning skills are a fundamental requirement for this role.

Technical Know How

Sound knowledge of Substation and maintenance/installation techniques and practices
Thorough knowledge of the National Grid Electrical Safety Rules and NSI’s.
Sound understanding of The National Grid Electrical Transmission System
Practical Competence in the application of Substation maintenance techniques and practices.
Able to lead and manage work teams (Person in Charge)

Qualifications

Recognised Level 3 Engineering Advanced Apprenticeship
Appropriate Technical Qualification- NC / HNC or equivalent Electrical Engineering Qualification
SAP or previous SAP as defined in NSI 30
Safety Qualification- NEBOSH certificate

What You'll Get

A competitive salary between £58,000 – £75,000 – dependent on capability

As well as your base salary, you will receive a company car, a bonus based on personal and company performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

Our goal is to drive, develop and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation from diverse teams & perspectives and business need. We are committed to building a workforce so we can represent the communities we serve and have a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

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