Trainee Smart Meter Engineer

Utilita Energy; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Utilita Energy is offering an opportunity to become a Trainee Smart Meter Engineer. You will receive fully funded training to help you gain qualifications and skills to become a Dual Fuel Engineer, whilst enjoying numerous benefits and a competitive starting salary. Join a company committed to energy efficiency and sustainability, while helping customers use less energy.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Career progression

Competitions for tickets to events

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Healthcare scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Exclusive package discounts

Paid volunteering days

Death in service benefit

4% pension contribution

Qualifications

• You need to hold an in-date CCN1 and/or CMA1 or equivalent qualifications, with at least 6 months remaining.
• Minimum six months experience as a gas engineer.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Installing domestic gas and electric meters in line with industry/company regulations.
• Testing meters to ensure they meet industry standards.
• Managing the transport of used and new meters.

Skills

CCN1

CMA1

Gas Engineering

Driving License

Job description

Job Title: Trainee Smart Meter Engineer

Location: Multiple Locations

Salary: GBP35,094

Hours: 40 hours per week

Established in 2003, Utilita is the UK's first - and still only - energy company created to help customers use less energy by giving them better control via digital technology. We are a pioneer in smart technology, empowering households to use and waste less energy, which benefits both our customers' pockets and the planet.

Are you a qualified Gas Engineer looking to upskill into Electric and become a Dual Fuel Engineer?

If so, we have a great opportunity for you to join our award-winning Field Services team.

Your starting salary will be GBP35,094, which will increase to GBP38,993 once your training and assessments are complete.

What does this role involve?

You will benefit from our fully funded training and upskilling course in one of our accredited training facilities, where you will obtain your Level 2 Diploma in Smart Metering - Power, and receive EUSR accreditation.

Following an 8-week training programme, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

1. Installing domestic gas and electric meters in line with industry/company rules and regulations.
2. Testing meters and equipment once installed to ensure they meet industry standards.
3. Picking up and dropping off used and new meters to designated warehouses.

Who are we looking for?

You need to hold an in-date CCN1 and/or CMA1 or equivalent qualifications, with at least 6 months remaining on these.

At least 6 months experience working as a gas engineer.

As you will receive a company vehicle, a full UK driving licence is required.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can be their authentic self.

The Important Things! (Benefits available from day one!)

• Bonus Scheme - structured bonuses based on personal and business performance.
• Career progression - training and clear pathways to help you grow your career, recognized by awards such as the UK's top 40 'Best Workplace for Development' 2024.
• Win tickets! - competitions for tickets to shows and sporting events across the UK.
• Time off - 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Healthcare scheme - dental, eye care, MRI scans, and diagnostics.
• Employee Assistance Programme - access to GP lines, counselling, legal, and financial advice 24/7.
• Exclusive packages - discounts on Sky TV and broadband.
• Giving back - paid volunteering days and fundraising opportunities.
• Death in service - three times your annual salary paid to your next of kin.
• Pension - 4% employer contribution when you contribute 5%.

About us

We serve over 800,000 UK homes with smart meters and an award-winning app, helping them use around 11% less energy. Since installing the first smart meter in 2008, we continue to lead in energy innovation and sustainability, aiming for net zero by 2030.

Our core values are Fairness, Smart, and Sustainability. The Luxion Group includes several companies committed to these principles.