Cable jointer Review
at National Grid
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Electrician
Torquay
Review Submitted: April 2026
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
I am an apprentice cable jointer where I learn the process of jointing low voltage and high voltage cable on the countries electrical infrastructure
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Love my job role. Different every day. Out and about seeing new places and dealing with a wide variety of people and customers. Physical outdoor job.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Hand skills with tools. Mapping ability. Communicating with customers and people in a professional manner
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Clear structure for the apprenticeship with outline dates for completion. Courses throughout the apprenticeship are booked for you in advance alongside accommodation and communication around all of this is clear and accessible.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I have a mentor, team leader, manager, and various people in the company I can go to easily if I felt I needed support.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Very clear in offering support for those that need it
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Very clear of procedures and safety aspects to complete your job role in a clear and safe manner.
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
I play with my department in a football league and various social activities are organised for the team as a whole.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend National Grid to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great job opportunities with good prospects to climb a ladder if that was what was desired.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to National Grid?
To read up on the companies visions and aims and check you’re aligned with these.
