Apprentice Energy Technician J3506

South West Apprenticeship Company Limited (SWAC); West of England; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

32 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Time off for volunteering

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Building Energy Experts is a Bristol-based sustainability consultancy offering an Energy Manager Level 3 Apprenticeship. You’ll train in air tightness testing, EPCs and retrofit assessments while traveling across the UK to sites and gaining hands-on experience.

The role involves learning from experienced professionals, working on-site at various properties, and developing skills for a career in energy efficiency and retrofit sectors.

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs grades 4–9 (A*–C) or equivalent including Maths & English Language.
• Full training will be provided.
• Willing to travel and stay away from home during the week.

Responsibilities

• Carry out air tightness testing on new-build properties.
• Assist with domestic energy assessments and EPC surveys.
• Support retrofit assessments and building inspections.
• Travel to projects across the UK.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

IT skills

Willing to travel

On-site work

Education

GCSEs incl. Maths & English

Job description

• Good attention to detail

Apprenticeships

Bristol

Are you passionate about protecting the environment and want a career that makes a real difference?

This is an exciting opportunity to join Building Energy Experts, an award-winning sustainability consultancy, as an Apprentice Energy Technician. You’ll gain hands-on experience helping improve the energy performance of homes across the UK while working towards the Energy Manager Level 3 Apprenticeship.

No two days are the same. You’ll travel to sites across the country, learn specialist surveying and testing techniques, work alongside experienced energy professionals and develop the skills needed to build a rewarding career in the growing retrofit and low-carbon sector.

If you’re practical, enjoy solving problems, love being out and about rather than sitting behind a desk, and want to play your part in helping the UK reach Net Zero, this could be the perfect opportunity.

About Building Energy Experts

Building Energy Experts is an award-winning, purpose-driven sustainability consultancy based in Bristol. They provide retrofit, testing and consultancy services that help improve the energy efficiency of buildings and reduce carbon emissions.

Working with developers, housing providers and homeowners across the UK, they are passionate about creating better, more sustainable homes while developing the next generation of energy professionals.

About The Role

This is a varied, site-based role where you’ll learn directly from experienced specialists.

Skills

You’ll begin by training in air tightness testing, visiting new-build developments across the UK to assess how efficiently buildings retain heat. As your knowledge grows, you’ll develop skills in:

• Domestic Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs)
• Retrofit assessments
• Ventilation testing
• Cavity wall inspections
• Building performance surveys
• Collecting and analysing energy performance data

Your assessments will help shape energy improvement projects that reduce carbon emissions and improve the quality of homes.

Please note: This role involves regular travel throughout the UK with overnight stays Monday to Friday. You must be comfortable working away from home during the week. You will also need a clean driving licence as you may be required to drive once you have had your initial training.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carry out air tightness testing on new-build properties
• Assist with domestic energy assessments and EPC surveys
• Support retrofit assessments and building inspections
• Collect accurate information about buildings, heating systems and insulation
• Record and upload assessment data using specialist software
• Work safely on construction and residential sites
• Travel to projects across the UK
• Work closely with retrofit coordinators, surveyors and technical specialists
• Build positive relationships with customers and clients
• Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy and professionalism
• Continue developing your technical knowledge throughout your apprenticeship

What You’ll Learn

Alongside your Energy Manager Level 3 Apprenticeship, you’ll receive additional industry training, including opportunities to gain qualifications in:

• Air Tightness Testing (ATTMA Level 1)
• Domestic Energy Assessment (DEA)
• Retrofit Assessment (PAS 2035)
• Ventilation Testing (Part F)
• Borescope and cavity wall inspections

This provides an excellent foundation for a long-term career within the fast-growing energy efficiency and retrofit sector.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, reliable and ready to learn.

You’ll Ideally Have

• A genuine interest in sustainability, construction or renewable energy
• Good attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Confidence working both independently and as part of a team
• Good IT skills
• A willingness to travel and stay away from home during the week
• A practical approach and enjoy working on site

Experience in construction, surveying or sustainability is helpful but not essential. Full training will be provided.

We’re Looking For Someone Who Is

• Passionate about sustainability and tackling climate change
• Curious about how buildings work
• Eager to develop new technical skills
• Organised and dependable
• Professional and customer-focused
• Motivated to build a long-term career within the energy sector

Future prospects

On successful completion of your apprenticeship you’ll have gained nationally recognised qualifications, valuable industry experience and specialist technical skills that are in growing demand.

There will be opportunities to continue developing into specialist energy assessment, retrofit, testing and building performance roles as Building Energy Experts continues to grow.

Employee Benefits

• Car allowance
• 32 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
• Extra day off for your birthday
• Private healthcare
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Professional membership subscriptions
• Time off for volunteering and good causes
• Company team-building events
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications Required

5 GCSES Grades 4 to 9 (A* to C) or equivalent including Maths & English Language

37.5 hours per week

Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm with 1 hour unpaid lunch break

£8.00 per hour

£300 per week

£15,600 per annum