Trainee Gas Quality Engineer

DCS Recruitment Limited; Uttoxeter; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in the energy and engineering sector is seeking a Trainee Gas Quality Engineer in Uttoxeter, UK. This entry-level role offers full training, a starting salary of £27,950, and a clear path for career progression. Successful candidates will have strong maths and science backgrounds, excellent communication skills, and the ability to travel across the UK. Benefits including a company van, healthcare support, and a generous pension scheme are also provided.

Benefits

Company van

Accommodation covered

Performance-related bonus scheme

Generous pension scheme contributions

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Strong academic background, ideally in Maths and Science.
• Flexibility to travel across the UK and internationally.
• Full UK driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out performance evaluations on gas analysis equipment.
• Testing gas emissions and calibrating instrumentation.
• Producing clear and professional technical reports.

Skills

Strong initiative

Excellent communication skills

Good organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

GCSEs/A-levels in Maths and Science

Job description

Overview

Location: Uttoxeter, UK (with national travel)
Salary: 27,950 + 1,500 increase after 6 months
Package: Company van, accommodation and travel covered (around 50% travel across the UK, with occasional offshore/international work)

The Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading organisation in the energy and engineering sector who are seeking a Trainee Gas Quality Engineer.

This is an excellent entry-level role for someone with a strong scientific or technical background who is eager to learn. You\'ll receive full training, spending the first six months paired with an experienced engineer before progressing to working independently on customer sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out performance evaluations on gas analysis equipment
• Testing gas emissions and calibrating instrumentation
• Preparing and maintaining equipment ahead of site visits
• Collecting and analysing technical data
• Producing clear and professional technical reports
• Liaising with customers and delivering excellent on-site service
• Coordinating with internal teams to ensure smooth project delivery

What We\'re Looking For

• Strong academic background - ideally GCSEs/A-levels in Maths and Science (training provided)
• Strong initiative, with the ability to learn quickly and work independently
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Flexibility to travel across the UK (some offshore/international work required)
• Full UK driving licence essential

What\'s on Offer

• Starting salary 27,950 with an increase to 29,450 after 6 months
• Company van for site travel
• Accommodation covered when working away
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Generous pension scheme contributions
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more)
• Healthcare support and employee assistance programme
• Clear career progression and excellent training/development opportunities

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone at the start of their career to join a well-established organisation in a specialist engineering field. With full training, excellent career prospects, and the chance to work across the UK and internationally, this role is ideal for a motivated and ambitious candidate.

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