Trainee Gas Engineer

ao.com; Newport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home appliance retailer in the UK seeks a Trainee Gas Engineer to join their structured development program. You will work closely with an experienced mentor, gaining hands-on experience and practical skills in the gas industry. Ideal candidates should have a full UK driving licence and some experience in electrical appliance installation. This role offers a unique shift pattern, ensuring work-life balance and personal development opportunities.

Benefits

24 days holiday

On-call support from technical team

Access to training facilities

Exclusive ticket access to AO Arena and other events

Qualifications

• Must be over the age of 21 for insurance purposes.
• No more than 6 points on the driving licence.
• Some experience in electrical appliance installation is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Work with a qualified Gas Engineer mentor for guidance.
• Gain practical experience across various tasks.
• Participate in a structured development program.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Electrical appliance installation experience

Job description

Kickstart Your Career as a Trainee Gas Engineer

Are you a newly qualified Gas Engineer with your CCN1 certification? Ready to turn your qualification into a rewarding career?

Join our Trainee Development Program - a structured pathway designed to help you thrive and grow in the gas industry.

• Grow with Confidence: Join a team that’s passionate about your development and will support you to perfect your technical abilities.
• Skill Enhancement: Gain hands-on experience in a supportive and well-organised environment that enhances your knowledge and skills.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 4 on 4 off shift pattern - giving you the flexibility to pursue your goals while maintaining personal time.

Here's What You Can Expect To Be Doing

As a trainee, you’ll work closely with a fully qualified and experienced Gas Engineer mentor who will guide and support you throughout your journey. Together, you’ll build the skills and confidence needed to complete the program and progress into a full-fledged Gas Engineer role.

Travel Opportunities: Leverage our extensive network of sites—during your training, you may have the opportunity to travel to other AO locations, broadening your experience and perspective.

Hands-On Experience: Gain practical exposure across a variety of tasks and challenges in real-world settings.

Mentorship: Benefit from the knowledge and expertise of a seasoned Gas Engineer, ensuring you’re equipped for success.

A Few Things About You

• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• To be over the age of 21 for insurance purposes
• Some experience of installation of electrical appliances would be ideal but we'll train you to be electrically competent.

A Bit About Us

When it comes to appliances and electricals, we’ve got the lot. Washing machines? Yep. TVs? Check. Laptops? Absolutely. Everything except doorbells (just kidding, we’ve got those too).

We’re known for helping our customers brilliantly - and it’s no different for AOers. We care about more than what’s on your CV, because together we can do extraordinary things.

• A 4 on 4 off shift pattern and 24 days holiday, you will work less than half a year.
• On-call support from our technical team and Installation Managers
• Fantastic training facilities with ongoing learning opportunities
• Gain exclusive ticket access to AO Arena, Sales Sharks, and Manchester Thunder.

To see all our benefits and perks, visit our AO Benefits page.