Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4) Electrical Power Networks Engineer

• Five GCSE’s at Grade C/4 (or above) including Level 2 or GCSE C/4 or above in English, Maths and Science.
• Level 3 qualification in Engineering or A Levels in Maths and Physics

Level 4 Higher Technical Qualification in Engineering

Level 4 Electrical Power Networks Engineer Apprenticeship Standard

Core Knowledge:

• Understanding of electrical power principles including AC/DC theories, dynamic/static engineering systems, and complex wave forms.
• Knowledge of three-phase systems, harmonics, power distribution, electricity network design, operations, and equipment limitations.
• Familiarity with the operation of electricity networks under normal and fault conditions.
• Proficiency in safe systems of work, risk management, and compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Understanding of company engineering policies, project management tools, and business planning.
• Ability to identify and solve engineering problems, implement solutions, and monitor effectiveness.
• Knowledge of company resource control measures and key interfaces of the electricity network.

Core Skills:

• Compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards and company procedures.
• Application of engineering principles to maintain and improve the integrity and safety of the electrical network.
• Effective communication with stakeholders through written and verbal channels.
• Interpretation of technical information and compliance with specifications.
• Production of clear and precise reports.
• Development and agreement of project plans with clear objectives, budgets, and timelines.
• Utilisation of company IT systems for data support and business decisions.
• Support of business regulatory mechanisms and planning processes.
• Evaluation of engineering system reliability using risk tools and techniques.

Core Behaviours:

• Health, Safety & Environment: Follows policies, challenges unsafe behaviour, monitors risks.
• Stakeholder Management: Proactive in identifying and managing stakeholders’ expectations.
• Interpersonal Skills: Works effectively with diverse teams, considers others’ needs and concerns.
• Problem Solving: Takes responsibility for identifying and solving problems logically.
• Risk Awareness: Constantly monitors and mitigates risks to ensure safe work systems.
• Planning & Organising: Takes a forward-looking perspective, plans for anticipated issues and contingencies.

Typical examples of occupational roles include:

Power Networks Craftspersons; senior Engineers and other business specialists, for example procurement, finance and telecommunications engineers

Starts

• The apprenticeship programme will start in September.

Enrolment

• The enrolment process will be completed prior to the start date of the apprenticeship.

Delivery

• The apprenticeship will be delivered at Loughborough College either via block release model or 1 day a week at loughborough College

Energy & Utilities Independent Assessment Service

Level 5 and level 6 Apprenticeship standards

Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Engineering

Full-time employment

Current Delivery Involves:

• One day per week (Term time only) at Loughborough College
• A progress review every 12 weeks with dedicated trainer assessor and line manager / workplace mentor
• Observations and professional discussions with dedicated trainer assessor in the workplace