Graduate Field Engineer at UK Power Networks!

Graduate Field Engineer at UK Power Networks 

Join UK Power Networks on their 2 year Engineering Graduate Scheme! 

Company: UK Power Networks 

Role: Graduate Field Engineer 

Location: London 

Salary: £39,732 

Start Date: September 2024 

This Graduate Field Engineer position will report to the Lead Field Engineer and will work within the Network Operations directorate based in our London Bidder Street office. You will be a 24 month Fixed Term employee. 

Who is the company? 
 

We are the UK’s biggest electricity distributor delivering power to 8.4 million homes and businesses across London, the east and south east of England. We keep the lights on across 29,250 square kilometres, serving 19 million people from Cromer in the east to Brighton on the south coast.  
 

In addition to keeping the lights on, safely and sustainably, we are responsible for caring for our customers in the most vulnerable circumstances across our communities. 

If you want to play a part in powering the lives of over 8.4 million homes, this is the place to be. We are a big business with a big responsibility, but we feel like a close-knit team. Join us, and we’ll give you every opportunity to fulfil your potential and have a successful career, where you’ll help us shape the future of the energy and utility industry.  
   

What is the role? 

The Job 
 

Network Operations is the beating heart of UK Power Networks. The largest directorate in the business works directly on the electricity network. Keeping the lights on for over 19 million people. 
 

You will be an important contributor to the team who manage the delivery of all Maintenance, Capital Programme, Connections and Faults work within the London electricity network. Together with the scheduling team, Work Planner, Field Staff Supervisor and Field Staff you will deliver an excellent service to the customer, ensuring we meet the requirements of our Guaranteed Service Standards. 
 

Safety is the number one priority a UK Power Networks and as a field engineer you must ensure that a high standard of safety management prevails on all jobs and field staff get the support they require. 
 

As a Field Engineer you will be the face of the company to customers, this means working with integrity and delivering great customer service to meet their expectations wherever possible. 

The Team and Role 

You will support the London Extra High Voltage (EHV) team to ensure all planned and fault related works are managed to the highest standard while ensuring all relevant health and safety policies are followed. 
 

You will be placed around putting people to work and ensuring all works are completed as safely and efficiently as possible. The role includes liaison with Asset Management, Capital Programme, Major Projects, and local Areas, which is a great opportunity to develop your internal network and understanding of the wider business. 
 

You will work towards their 132kV Senior Authorised Person authorisation in Protection/Maintenance. 
 

Why should you apply? 

Annual Leave 
 

Personal Pension Plan – Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) 
 

Tenancy Loan Deposit scheme 
 

Tax efficient benefits: cycle to work scheme 
 

Season ticket loan 
 

Occupational Health support 
 

Switched On – scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers products. 
 

Discounted access to sports and social clubs 
 

Employee Assistance Programme. 

Who is best suited to this role? 

What you'll need: 

You will have achieved or be on target to achieve a minimum of an Honours bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering 
 

Full driving licence – this role will require you to drive to sites across the London area 

We're also looking for someone who is: 

Individuals looking to develop their operational engineering knowledge and competencies 
 

Passionate about Health & Safety 
 

Able to build relationships and deliver great customer service 
 

Flexible and resilient 
 

Willing to work outside and flexible hours at times 

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