Smart Metering Apprenticeship

British Gas; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is offering a Smart Metering Apprenticeship in Aylesbury. This role provides the opportunity to earn while you learn essential skills and qualifications in smart metering engineering. Apprentices can expect a starting salary of £15,435, with potential increases based on training milestones, ultimately reaching £37,104 upon completion of the program.

Benefits

Salary progression with training

Flexibility in work-life balance

Expensed electric van for work

Qualifications

• Must have 4 GCSEs including Maths & English.
• Passion for learning a technical trade and providing excellent customer service is essential.
• Required to have a full UK driving licence with 6 points or less.

Responsibilities

• Complete training at our academies to become a Smart Metering Engineer.
• Engage in practical and theoretical learning.

Skills

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

Genuine passion for learning

Mechanically or technically minded

Excellent customer service

Full UK driving licence with 6 points or less

Availability to attend training

Education

4 GCSEs or equivalent

Job description

Smart Metering Apprenticeship

Company: British Gas

Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP17

Salary: £15,435 - £37,104/annum Depending on Stage

Employment Type: Full time

Status: NEW

Your mission is to help us mend it. At our award-winning academies, you'll absorb the wisdom, grasp the skills, and earn the qualifications to emerge as a top-tier Smart Metering Engineer.

Overview

Engineered training and development for a Smart Metering Engineer through our apprenticeship program at British Gas.

Skills you need to succeed as a Smart Meter Engineer

• 4 GCSEs, ideally including Maths & English, at grade C/4 or above or a recognised equivalent
• A CV that shows you have a genuine passion for learning a trade, are mechanically or technically minded, and enjoy providing excellent customer service
• A full UK driving licence with 6 points or less
• Availability to attend training at one of our four UK academies - with accommodation and travel provided if needed

What’s in it for you

• Starting salary of £15,435 rising to £18,743 at week 28, £22,050 (typically) at week 35, £23,877 (typically) at week 52, & £31,597 (typically) at week 60 of your apprenticeship
• Once you have completed the full programme and aftercare support (typically at week 76) your salary will increase to £37,104 with bonus and add-ons on top
• London Weighting Allowance ranging from £4,000 to £6,000 (dependent 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 & a charge card

Important Notice Regarding 2025 Recruitment

We are planning extensive recruitment throughout 2025, across various locations. 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 2025. All applicants will be informed of the outcome of their application.

Why should you apply?

We are a people-first employer focused on supporting the realities our people face. Life is about more than work. We offer a total rewards package designed to give you flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, and to support you and your family financially, physically, and emotionally.