Gas Engineering Apprentice: Respond to Emergencies & Learn

SGN; Stornoway; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virtual GP

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts (retail & leisure)

Pension (joint-contribution 6% / 12%)

Maternity & family leave

Life assurance

HolidayPlus

Job summary

SGN in Stornoway is launching an Emergency Gas Responder Apprentice programme. You will train to respond to gas emergencies, install and test meters, and work on internal gas pipework as part of a 3-year scheme.

Participants will attend college blocks, gain Modern Apprenticeship in Gas Engineering, and earn while learning with benefits including a pension, life assurance, and leave enhancements.

Qualifications

• You’ll need at least 3 National 5 grades A-C or equivalent (3 GCSEs A*-C) including Maths and English.
• A passion for developing your career in the gas network industry.
• Commitment to up to 3 years of training and education.
• For the role, you will need to be able to drive. If you cannot drive already, you will be expected to pass your test within 6–12 months of joining us.
• During your apprenticeship you will be required to attend several training centres, which may be a distance away from home. When you are required to stay away from home, we will arrange travel and accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Responding to reported gas emergencies
• Installation and replacement of gas meters
• Installing, testing and commissioning internal gas pipework
• Promoting health and safety in gas service/repair activities

Skills

Driving license

Education

National 5 grades A-C including Maths & English

Job description

SGN in Stornoway is launching an Emergency Gas Responder Apprentice programme. You will train to respond to gas emergencies, install and test meters, and work on internal gas pipework as part of a 3-year scheme.

Participants will attend college blocks, gain Modern Apprenticeship in Gas Engineering, and earn while learning with benefits including a pension, life assurance, and leave enhancements.