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As we transform the way energy is delivered and support the transition to a cleaner future, developing the next generation of technical experts has never been more important.\nWe're looking for an experienced Protection and Control Trainer to join our Global Technical Learning team. This is a unique opportunity for a highly skilled commissioning or protection specialist to pass on their expertise, shape future capability across the business, and help build resilience in one of the most critical technical disciplines within National Grid.\nBased full-time at our Eakring Training Centre, you'll play a pivotal role in developing and delivering specialist training programmes for technicians and engineers across the UK transmission and distribution network.\nThis role is fully site-based at Eakring Training Centre Candidates must live within 45 minutes of the training centre or be willing to relocate\nRelocation support may be considered for the successful candidate\nA DBS check is required due to working with young people and apprentices\nUK travel will be required, with occasional overnight stays\nWhat you'll do\nDesign, develop and deliver engaging Protection and Control training programmes for engineers and technicians\nCreate innovative blended learning solutions that combine practical and classroom-based learning\nDeliver training on National Grid transmission and distribution procedures, commissioning activities and maintenance documentation\nPurchase, developing and building protection relay training equipment and learning aids\nManage trainee performance throughout both on-the-job and off-the-job learning activities\nConduct NVQ/QCF assessments\nPrepare risk assessments and method statements to ensure safe training delivery\nOperate within National Grid's training quality assurance framework\nSupport training governance activities and deputising for the Training Manager when required\nManage customer enquiries and contributing to technical training projects\nSupport learning delivery across alternative training centres and operational sites throughout the UK\nWhat you'll need\nYou'll be an experienced protection, commissioning or light current specialist with a passion for developing others and sharing technical knowledge.\nA minimum of three years' experience maintaining or commissioning substation light current equipment on transmission or distribution networks\nCurrent or recently expired TP141 Commissioning Engineer authorisation\nCurrent or previously held SAP 1 authorisation (desirable)\nExtensive knowledge of modern protection and control equipment\nExperience using current injection testing equipment\nA degree in Electrical Engineering or HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline\nStrong communication and presentation skills\nExcellent IT skills, including Microsoft PowerPoint\nExperience coaching, mentoring or training others (advantageous)\nKnowledge of IEC61850 Ethernet-based Substation Control Systems (advantageous)\nExperience using protection relay manufacturer software packages (advantageous)\n#LI-HA1 #LI-HYBRID\nWhat you'll get\nIn return, you'll join an organisation at the heart of Britain's energy future where your expertise will directly influence the development of the engineers who keep our network operating safely and reliably.\nYou'll receive a competitive salary and package including:\nCompany car\nPerformance bonus\nPension and benefits package\nOngoing professional development and technical upskilling opportunities\nThe opportunity to shape the future of technical capability across National Grid\nMore Information\nThis role closes on 4th November at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.\nWe value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates - we make appointments purely on merit, assessed against objective selection criteria. We support flexible working and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process should you have any physical or mental impairment which may affect your ability to participate in the process.\nPlease note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. 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