Power System Engineer - Higher Apprentice - Wokingham

As a Trainee Power System Engineer, you will join the Electricity Control Centre in Wokingham, Berkshire. We’re re responsible for operating Great Britain’s electricity transmission network and energy – planning and managing its live operation – we keep things running smoothly 24/7, 365 days a year.   

Key tasks:  

Transmission network planning and modelling  Fault analysis and review  System operation support  Critical system management and resilience  Operational project support 

Upon successful completion of the programme, you will join the Electricity System Operations team working with external stakeholders such as Power Distribution Network Operators and Power Generators. 

Training:
The training will be a mix of onsite training and classroom based training. 

Training Outcome:

Upon successful completion of the programme, you will  

Be appointed into a permanent power system engineer role  Be awarded a Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship in Electrical Power Network Engineering Be awarded a Level 4 HTQ in Engineering (Electrical and Electronic)

For those who wish to continue their studies, we have educational support schemes in which you would join Year 2 of a BSc in Engineering. 

Employer Description:
National Energy System Operator (NESO) has a key role to play in tackling climate change by transitioning GB’s electricity system to net zero. We already operate the fastest decarbonising electricity system in the world, with an ambition for zero carbon power operation by 2030 when there is sufficient renewable generation. We are also providing advice to the Government on achieving a decarbonised power system by 2030. NESO recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. As we work towards creating a cleaner, greener, and more affordable future for all, we also work towards creating a place for our teammates to belong, with professional and personal growth and positive well-being.

Working Hours :
Typically 9.00am - 5.00pm, subject to business requirements.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience