About the role

This role is based within our Strategic Infrastructure Team. Our new Strategic Infrastructure (SI) business unit has been set up to deliver 17 new major projects in the UK, as well as other strategic projects to help us deliver on our net zero ambitions and help the UK Government meet its target of 50GW of renewable energy by 2030.

This role is based within our Strategic Infrastructure Team. Our new Strategic Infrastructure (SI) business unit has been set up to deliver 17 new major projects in the UK, as well as other strategic projects to help us deliver on our net zero ambitions and help the UK Government meet its target of 50GW of renewable energy by 2030.

This role is based within our Customer Connections Team. This is the department that connects customers — such as data centres, battery storage projects, offshore wind farms, transport networks and solar farms — to the electricity transmission network.

The connections process is key to delivering the capacity needed for an efficient and renewable transmission network and we need to deliver an increasing number of highly complex and exciting new projects. In this role you would play a crucial role in enabling us to do this.

As a Higher Apprentice in Customer Connections, you'll:

• Work in the Project Management Office (PMO) alongside colleagues in planning, estimating, risk, and reporting.

• Gain experience in various aspects of estimating, risk, and cost management, including participating in scheme teams and supporting project managers.

• Contribute to maintaining the Cost Book, analyzing tender submissions, and identifying project risks.

• Opportunity to be involved in project planning and program management of live projects, understanding their interactions and operational constraints.

Location

This role is based in the Bury St Edmunds office. At National Grid, we offer flexible, hybrid working.

About you

• You will need to have a GCSE in English Language AND in Math at Grade C or above (or equivalent)

• 2 A levels / A2: Grades A* - C Or equivalent (BTEC National Certificate OR Diploma Level 3 at Grade Merit or Distinction)

• Must have or be working towards a full UK drivers license

You don’t need prior work experience; the determination and will to succeed is far more important as we will teach you everything you need to know. The role will provide you with a variety of skills including transferrable skills to support your career development within National Grid.

What you'll get

We are proud to offer a starting salary of £29,819 for this apprenticeship which will increase annually.

As your first step into the energy industry, our programmes provide a unique experience. You'll gain invaluable insights into how we operate at National Grid and discover the exciting career opportunities that await you. In addition, you'll enjoy a range of rewards and benefits, including:

• 26 days annual leave + statutory holidays

• Pension scheme and Sharesave options

• Flexible benefits including cycle to work, buy/sell holiday to name a few

• Opportunity to enroll in our sharesave/share incentive plans

• You’ll develop well-rounded skills through practical experience

• A permanent position upon successful completion of your Apprenticeship

• Earning while you learn through our Level 4 APM Project Management qualification.

About National Grid

National Grid is at the heart of the energy future, and our people are at the heart of National Grid. We’re 30,000 colleagues strong. In the UK, National Grid 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 as we focus on building a cleaner, greener future. 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

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any adjustments that you require.

Further Information

You can only apply for one Apprenticeship opportunity during this recruitment cycle.

We recruit on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close our vacancies once we have enough applications/based on volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as early as possible to ensure you obtain the place you want in the application process.

Assessment centres will be held between January - April 2025.

National Grid's Apprenticeship programme in the UK is open to all applicants who meet the eligibility criteria including an existing and valid right to work in the UK. As part of the application process this will need to be evidenced and verified before you can start the programme.

Applicants for our Apprenticeship programmes should be aware that we are unable to provide sponsorship if you require a visa for our apprenticeship programmes.
Please be aware that it’s your responsibility to explore avenues of working in the UK, as were not able to provide advice on this.
For information about visas please visit https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

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