Operator - Stores

Overview

Job Introduction

As an Operator you will inspect, maintain and repair ancillary items such as spiking guns, ladders, portable gas equipment, test equipment and test bushings etc. You will also complete bench testing of CT metering equipment and PAT testing of electrical appliances around the depot.

As part of your role, you will also assist other operatives in maintaining the stock inventory within the local stores, take in deliveries and issue items to customers, contractors and staff.

The role is based at the Crewkerne depot as part of a team, however at times you may need to assist field-based teams out on site. The environment requires you to be able to react quickly, decisively, and responsibly.

This role is suitable for someone who enjoys the demands of a physical environment.

To apply, you will need to hold English & Maths GCSE (1-9/G-A*) or equivalent qualification deemed to be at the same level in these subjects, such as Functional Skills. Evidence of your qualifications will be required prior to appointment.

Main Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain and repair ancillary items such as spiking guns, ladders, portable gas equipment, test equipment and test bushings.
• Carry out bench testing of CT metering equipment and PAT testing of electrical appliances around the depot.
• Assist with maintaining stock inventory within the local stores, take in deliveries and issue items to customers, contractors and staff.
• Based at the Crewkerne depot as part of a team, with occasional support for field-based teams on site.
• React quickly, decisively and responsibly in a fast‑moving environment.
• Operate in a role suitable for someone who enjoys a physical environment.

Ideal Candidate

• Ideally you will hold a license to drive an LGV up to category C and be trained to drive a Fork Lift Truck.
• Able to work under your own initiative in a safety‑critical environment. Support will be provided to obtain any missing requirements that the successful candidate will be expected to obtain.
• Be mobile throughout the area and may be required to undertake out of hours standby duties as and when necessary, to meet business needs.
• Operationally, we require you to live within approximately 30 minutes of the depot you are applying for.

Requirements

• National Grid Electricity Distribution is committed to safeguarding the interests of the Company, colleagues and customers. This role is subject to a satisfactory Barring Service (DBS) check, depending on the role different levels of screening and vetting are required. Some roles require a triannual check.
• Evidence of your qualifications will be required prior to appointment.

About Us

We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses.

National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues – who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast‑moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.

National Grid Electricity Distribution is committed to safeguarding the interests of the Company, colleagues and customers. This role is subject to a satisfactory Barring Service (DBS) check, depending on the role different levels of screening and vetting are required. Some roles require a triannual check.