Cable jointer apprentice Review
at National Grid
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Taunton, Somerset
Review Submitted: May 2026
Overall Rating
4.1 /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
3.6/5
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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 cable jointer I fix mains underground cable faults as well as new supplies to customers and network maintenance for the electricity grid.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy it thoroughly as everyday is different and a challenge so I’m never bored.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Well thought out however constant changes and lack of communication between departments makes things less efficient.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I am well supported by my peers and staff I work with on a daily basis, the training school are also very helpful.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Help is available when needed however organising and finding opportunities can be tricky.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Without the training from the training school I would not be able to complete my job.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
Yes there is, however the times of these events and the content is not relevant or accessible to operational roles such as mine.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend National Grid to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good place to work, helpful and nice colleagues, interesting and meaningful work and in my opinion a good employer.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to National Grid?
Make sure to know your stuff and do plenty of research before applying.
