Gas Engineer Assistant

SGN; Inverness; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Gas Engineer Assistants to join their team in Inverness. In this role, you'll support engineers in the critical task of repairing and laying gas mains and services, ensuring the safety and warmth of the community. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic environment, with a focus on teamwork and personal growth. You'll be part of a forward-thinking company that values diversity and inclusion, providing you with specialized training and the chance to make a real impact in the gas industry. If you're ready to embrace a rewarding career path, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Life assurance

HolidayPlus

Cycle2work Scheme

Qualifications

• Looking for candidates with resilience and adaptability to support gas engineers.
• Must have a valid UK driver's license or be working towards it.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in gas mains repair and service activities.
• Excavate and lay gas pipes while ensuring safety on site.

Skills

Resilience

Initiative

Adaptability

Teamwork

Curiosity for learning

Education

Valid UK Driver's License

Tools

Gas service tools

Excavation equipment

Job description

Gas Engineer Assistant (NC01)

Inverness | £27.3K per annum (increase to £30.3K upon successful completion of probationary period)

Average Earnings: £32,924

Start date: 16^th June 2025

Competitive pension scheme – Enhanced maternity/paternity pay – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Cycle2work Scheme & more

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Are you ready to embark on an exciting career journey as our Gas Engineer Assistant?

We're looking for exceptional Gas Engineer Assistants. We want to uncover your values, skills, and cognitive abilities to enrich our team and promote diversity and inclusion. We are currently looking for Gas Engineer Assistants to support our Engineers in repairing, replacing, and laying new gas mains and services.

How you’ll support us on our mission to keep people safe and warm…

• Support engineers on site and learn from them daily during gas service and mains repair activities.
• Excavate/dig in the public/private highways, laying and repairing gas pipes, working safely and as part of a team.
• Maintain the SGN vans and tools before and after each job.

We’re looking for someone who:

1. Seeks to develop their skills: You should have a curious mindset to grow from our specialised learning and development programmes.
2. Demonstrates resilience and bounce back: You will be productive in challenging times, bouncing back from setbacks and remaining on track.
3. Takes initiative and ownership: Exhibit initiative, consistently deliver on tasks and objectives, and be accountable.
4. Adapts and remains calm: Thrive in an environment involving public interaction, adapting to situations and maintaining composure.
5. Is comfortable working on a rota with shift patterns, including weekends and nights: We are on hand to attend and repair gas escapes 24/7, 365 days a year.
6. Will be required to be clean shaven: You will be required to be clean shaven to wear tight fitting dust masks and breathing apparatus for personal protection.
7. Has a valid UK Drivers licence: Or be working towards gaining one within the next 6 months.

The process:

1. Stage 1 - Online Application (No CV required)
2. Stage 2 - Online Task-Based Assessment: Complete some exciting and intuitive online tasks (30-45m).
3. Stage 3 - Interview: Explore your match to the role further and ask us questions.
4. Stage 4 - Offer

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.

About us | Benefits | Diversity and inclusion

If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We're here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.