Apprentice Heating Installation Engineer

Centrica Plc; Wembley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in the UK is seeking an Installations Engineer to join their team. This hands-on role involves learning to install and upgrade heating systems while contributing to a greener future. Starting salary is competitive with potential increments as you progress. The candidate should have a passion for the trade, customer service skills, and the ability to meet job requirements. Join a company that truly values its people and the environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary increases

Expensed electric van

London Weighting Allowance

Qualifications

• Must possess a full UK driving licence with 6 points or less.
• Ability to fulfil physical requirements like bending, stretching, and lifting.
• Availability to attend training at UK-wide academies.

Responsibilities

• Install and upgrade central heating systems.
• Deliver energy-efficient solutions.
• Join a community mission focused on energy efficiency.

Skills

Passion for learning

Customer service

Education

4 GCSEs including Maths & English at grade C/4 or above

Job description

Join us, be part of more.

We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that energises a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.

About your team

At British Gas, our mission is to sell it and mend it.

We’ve been powering the UK’s homes and businesses for over 200 years – but supplying energy is just part of what we do. We’re making the UK greener and more energy efficient, getting closer to Net Zero. By using clever tech like thermostats, heat pumps, solar panels and EV chargers, we’re making it cheaper and easier for our customers to reduce their carbon‑footprint.

About your role

Your mission is to help us mend it by diving headfirst into the world of Gas Installations. Age? Gender? Background? Just numbers and stories that make you, you. We’re here for your drive, your passion, and that fire in your eyes.

At our award‑winning academies, you won’t just learn a trade – you’ll master it. You’ll gain the skills, qualifications, and confidence to become a top‑tier Installations Engineer, delivering energy‑efficient solutions that keep homes warm and families comfortable. Under the guidance of our expert engineers, you’ll learn how to install and upgrade central heating systems – making a meaningful difference in customers’ lives every day.

This isn’t your average 9‑to‑5. It’s a hands‑on, high‑impact role where you’ll get stuck in, solve real problems, and become a trusted face in the community. You’ll be part of a mission to make homes more energy‑efficient, reduce carbon footprints, and ensure hot water and heating are always flowing. If you're looking for a career with purpose, progression, and plenty of practical experience — this is it!

Here’s what we’re looking for

• 4 GCSEs, ideally including Maths & English, at grade C/4 or above or a recognised equivalent
• A genuine passion for learning a trade, striving for a successful career & providing awesome customer service
• A full UK driving licence with 6 points or less
• Availability to attend training at our UK‑wide academies, with provided accommodation and travel if needed
• Must be able to fulfil the physical requirements of the role, i.e. able to bend, stretch, kneel and crouch, as well as be comfortable working at height and in confined spaces – you’ll also be expected to carry heavy items such as radiators, boilers and other work related equipment

Here’s what’s in it for you

• Starting salary of £18,564 rising to £25,485 at week 52, £26,650 at week 70 (typically) & £34,202 (typically) at week 104 of your apprenticeship
• Once you have completed the full programme and aftercare support your salary will increase to £44,044 with bonus and add‑ons on top
• We also offer London Weighting Allowance ranging from £4,160 to £6,240 (dependant on location) for living or starting your day within London
• An expensed electric van for you to use for work, including an EV charge point where applicable & charge card

Important Notice Regarding 2026 Recruitment

We are planning extensive recruitment throughout 2026, across various locations. As such, start dates will be location dependent. If your application is selected for further consideration, we will contact you. Due to the staggered recruitment schedule and the anticipated volume of applications, this contact may occur later in 2026. We kindly request your patience during this process. All applicants will be informed of the outcome of their application.

We are currently seeking talented individuals in many parts of the UK

• East England – CB postcodes & Colchester
• Greater London – East London, West London, Central London, Croydon, South London, & Southeast London
• Midlands – Kidderminster, Dudley, Derby, Leicestershire, CV1-9 31-47, Birmingham postcodes (including B14, 17, 29, 30, 31, 32, 45, 61, 62, 63, 67, & 69, & NN Postcodes)
• North England – North Yorkshire, East Yorkshire, Grimsby, South Manchester, Liverpool & Warrington, LA11-14, BB, & PR postcodes, & Barnsley, Sheffield, & Rotherham
• Scotland – Parts of North Scotland, Glasgow, PA6-19, & DG postcodes, Edinburgh, Borders, & Central Scotland
• Southeast England – Chelmsford, Reigate, Crawley, Godalming, Farnham, & Petersfield, Oxfordshire, South Bucks, Berkshire, & North/Northeast Kent
• South England – DT & SP Postcodes
• Southwest England – TR & TA Postcodes, BA1, 2, 11, 15, TR & TA Postcodes, Cheltenham
• Wales – NP & some CF postcodes

Why should you apply?

We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you. https://www.morethanacareer.energy/britishgas

If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non‑negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.

Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.