Electrical Power Protection & Plant Commissioning Engineer Review
at National Grid
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Engineering
Elstree
Review Submitted: April 2021
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
As a Higher Apprentice with National Grid, the apprenticeship involves a lot of learning (theory and practical) at the National Grid training academy. As well as learning with Aston university and self study. This is all in preparation for completion of the apprenticeship to be ready for substation roles.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I have not long started my journey with National Grid and I have thoroughly enjoyed my short time so far. I have met some amazing people on the way and made potential lifelong friends. It is worlds apart form other companies and I truly feel valued and respected.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
At the National Grid training academy I have learnt a lot of life skills such as copper pipe work, which is handy for understanding plumbing. I have also learnt how to properly inspect and erect pre-fabricated scaffolding. All of which have been very fun.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The apprenticeship is structured very well in my opinion. Yes, there is a lot of theoretical learning involved at the start, but that is important to gain a basic understanding of what you will be doing when you are finished.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I feel like I have received high quality support so far. I was a bit nervous when starting the university side of things, because of the maths involved. However my employer has found people within the company who are willing to provide me with support.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Aston University is where I will be gaining my degree once qualified. They also have been happy to provide me with support and anyone else who is finding it a bit of a struggle. I have found the level of teaching there very beneficial.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
As I have only just started my learning with Aston University, the modules that we have been learning have already given me a basic level of understanding to grasp the complexity of the National Grid infrastructure. This allows me to be prepared for future endeavours when I reach my substation.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
National Grid offers a lot of extra-curricular activities to get involved in, for example there is National Grid running team for those who like to run. But outside of sports you can also get involved with giving up some of your spare time to get involved in charity work.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend National Grid to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I would recommend this company because it is so interesting and diverse. I really don't think many people understand what they do and I think they would be inspired to work for a company that wants to help drive a cleaner, greener future for the entire country.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to National Grid?
Be prepared to put the work in, this is a great apprenticeship for anyone regardless of race or gender. The company has so many roles within it, the possibilities are only limited to your desire.
