How to become Electricity generation worker
You can get into this job through:
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- working towards this role
- applying directly
College
You could take a college course, which would teach you some of the skills needed to apply for a trainee job.
Courses include:
- electrical or electronic engineering
- engineering technology
- engineering maintenance
- electrical systems engineering
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for these courses vary.
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Apprenticeship
You can apply to do an apprenticeship with a power generating company to get into this job. For example:
- Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship
- Project Controls Technician Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship
- Electrical Networks Power Engineer Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship
These can take around 3 years to complete and combine on-the-job training with off-site learning with a training provider.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A levels, or equivalent, for a higher or degree apprenticeship
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Work
Some power generation companies run training programmes for their workers, who have the potential to become successful technicians and engineers.
Direct Application
You might be able to apply for jobs directly if you've got experience and qualifications in electrical engineering or maintenance work from another industry.
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Career tips
Power industry employers welcome applications from ex-military personnel who have developed technical skills during their time in the armed forces.
Further information
You can find out more about careers in the power industry from Energy and Utilities Jobs and National Grid.