Gas Service & Repair Engineer in Sittingbourne, Kent

Energy Jobline CVL; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider is offering a Gas Engineering apprenticeship in Sittingbourne, providing hands-on training and qualifications. Starting salary is £18,564, increasing with milestones reached during the apprenticeship. After completion, the salary can rise to £44,044 with additional benefits. This role suits those passionate about technical trades and customer service, with opportunities for growth in a supportive workplace.

Benefits

Starting salary of £18,564

Salary increase after completion

London Weighting Allowance

Expensed electric van for work use

Qualifications

• A passion for learning a trade.
• A full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Availability to attend UK-wide training.

Responsibilities

• Learn from experienced engineers and develop hands-on skills.
• Contribute to delivering energy-efficient solutions.
• Participate in a practical training programme.

Skills

Technical mindset

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

4 GCSEs including Maths and English

Job description

Overview

British Gas apprenticeship opportunity in Gas Engineering. This role provides practical, hands-on training to become a first-class Gas Engineer who ensures homes stay warm and safe.

Responsibilities

• Learn from experienced engineers and develop skills from servicing and maintaining to repairing and upgrading central heating systems.
• Contribute to delivering energy-efficient solutions that benefit families daily.
• Participate in a practical training programme at UK-wide academies, gaining knowledge, hands-on skills, and recognised qualifications.

Qualifications

• 4 GCSEs (or Scottish Highers) at grade C/4 or above, ideally including Maths and English, or equivalent qualification.
• A CV that shows a passion for learning a trade, a technical or mechanical mindset, and a commitment to delivering great customer service.
• A full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Availability to attend training at UK-wide academies, with provided accommodation and travel if needed.

What’s in it for you

• Starting salary of £18,564, increasing as milestones are reached during apprenticeship.
• Salary increase to £44,044 after completion of the programme, with bonuses and add-ons on top.
• London Weighting Allowance ranging from £4,160 to £6,240 depending on location.
• Expensed electric van for work use, including an EV charge point and charge card where applicable.

Recruitment planning

Important Notice Regarding 2026 Recruitment: extensive recruitment across 2026 with location-dependent start dates. If shortlisted, we will contact you. Due to staggered recruitment and application volume, contact may occur later in 2026. All applicants will be informed of the outcome. We’re looking for talent across the UK, with more locations coming in 2026.

• North England — Bury, Bolton, St Helens, Chester, Cheadle, East Manchester
• Midlands — Leicester, Corby
• Wales — Newport
• East England — East of Cambridge
• Southeast England — Medway/Sittingbourne, Leighton & Ampthill, Hertford/Cheshunt, Chertsey, Farnham, Reading, Maidenhead, Oxford, Reigate, Crawley, Tonbridge, Sevenoaks
• Greater London — Richmond, Croydon, Bermondsey, Norbury, Bromley, Feltham, Chiswick, The City, Edgware, Kingston, Harrow, Islington, Wandsworth
• South England — Chichester
• Southwest England — North Gloucestershire, South Bristol, East Somerset, East Cornwall

Why apply

We value a diverse, supportive workplace. Our total rewards are designed to offer flexibility to meet personal needs, including financial, physical, and emotional support. If you’re energetic, sustainability-minded, and ready to grow, join a team where your voice matters and your ambitions are priorities.