Does Western Power Distribution pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Western Power Distribution employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Western Power Distribution. This rating has improved by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Western Power Distribution?

42% of Western Power Distribution employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Western Power Distribution 2.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.3 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Western Power Distribution?

Technician (24) , Cable Jointer (16) , Planner (11) , Overhead Linesman (10) , Team Support (8) , Fitter (5) , Underground Cable Jointer (4) , Administrative Assistant (3) , Engineer (3) , Linesman (3) , Administrative (2) , Administrator (2) , Asset Inspector (2) , Craft Staff (2) , Dispatch Clerk (2)

What are the pros of working at Western Power Distribution according to real employee reviews?

"Pay is good" ((in 25 reviews)); "Well paid, good pension, provided with appropriate PPE and vehicle" ((in 8 reviews)); "Some good colleagues." ((in 6 reviews)); "Staff were friendly" ((in 5 reviews)); "Good money but only because of protection" ((in 5 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Western Power Distribution according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management just looking to reduce costs no matter the consequences." ((in 19 reviews)); "Blame culture." ((in 7 reviews)); "Have also been told 'JFDI' by Senior Management when querying an action." ((in 6 reviews)); "Poor training." ((in 6 reviews)); "Work life balance can be horrendous!" ((in 3 reviews))

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Western Power Distribution

Acquired by National Grid

Western Power Distribution Reviews

2.9

42% would recommend to a friend

(182 total reviews)

Robert A. Symons

37% approve of CEO

29% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.0

Compensation and benefits

2.8

Career opportunities

2.6

Diversity and inclusion

2.5

Work/Life balance

2.3

Culture and values

2.1

Senior management

Western Power Distribution has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 182 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Western Power Distribution employee rating is 21% below average for employers within the Energy, mining, utilities industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

182 reviews

3.0

14 May 2026

Career progression opportunities overshadowed by poor management

Underground cable jointer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

You have a very good options for progressing your career. Brilliant staff member

Cons

Awful management, too convoluted towards the top with senior management not having a clue what's going on at the bottom level. trying to cut overtime hours. At this point it's better to get your training here and then move onto contracting which would get better salary for the work you do, probably less stress and a much better work environment.

4.0

25 Oct 2025

Good place to be

Senior engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Good pay and reputable emplyee

Cons

Politics, if you dont care its an excellent place to be retired.

4.0

15 Apr 2025

Great

Fitter

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Good get the job done

Cons

Bullying culture but know where you stand

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