Apprentice FCO

SGN; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gas network company in Kidlington is hiring for a 3-year apprenticeship in Gas Engineering. You will support skilled gas engineers with installations, emergencies, and safety promotions while studying for a Modern Apprenticeship. Candidates should have at least 3 GCSEs including Maths and English and a commitment to their training. A driving license is preferred. This role offers real-world experience in a company focused on innovative and sustainable practices in the gas industry.

Benefits

Support for training and education

Travel and accommodation arrangements for training

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 GCSE grades A-C including Maths and English.
• Interest in developing a career within the gas network industry.
• Ability to commit to a 3-year training and education program.
• Can-do attitude and passion for career growth.

Responsibilities

• Support qualified gas engineers in various services.
• Install gas meters and regulators.
• Respond to gas emergencies.
• Promote health and safety in gas activities.
• Attend college on a block release basis for training.

Skills

A can-do attitude

Interest in gas network industry

Ability to commit to training

Education

3 GCSE grades A-C or equivalent including Maths & English

Job description

Role

You will be supporting our qualified gas engineers to provide a variety of services to our customers including:

• Installation of gas meters and regulators
• Responding to reported gas emergencies
• Installation & maintenance of gas networks
• Promoting health and safety in gas service / repair activities
• This programme will lead to successful Gas Safe Registration in the following categories: CESP 1, MET 1/2, MET4, TPCP1A, REGT1, REGT2

Working with one of our academic partners you will attend college on a ‘block’ release basis throughout your 3 years, building your skills and knowledge as you progress towards achievement of the Modern Apprenticeship in Gas Engineering. You will also be supported by our highly skilled engineers and managers, who will provide opportunity for you to develop your competencies in real work situations, supplementing your college learning. Over the course of the apprenticeship, you will be required to attend a number of training centres, which may be a distance away from your home. When you are required to stay away from home, we will arrange travel and accommodation.

What you will need

• You’ll have at least 3 GCSE grades A-C or equivalent including Maths & English
• You’re interested in developing your career in within the gas network industry
• You’re able to commit to 3 years of training and education
• You have a can-do attitude and a passion for growing a successful career
• For the role and to participate fully in the development programme, we would prefer that you are able to drive. If you cannot drive already, you will be expected to pass your test within 6–12 months of joining us.

Why SGN?

SGN is a leader in pioneering research and development toward a net-zero energy system. Our cutting-edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the gas industry, all while keeping people safe and warm.

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