Solent | £29.3k per annum + completion bonus
Competitive pension scheme – Enhanced maternity/paternity pay – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Cycle2work Scheme & more
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We are launching our Emergency Gas Responder Apprenticeship programme across the South of England and are looking for a diverse range of people to join us to complete this 3-year programme. As part of your learning journey with us we will provide you with the skills, knowledge and behaviours to work as part of our highly skilled operations teams, safely delivering a gas supply to 5.9 million homes and businesses in the south of England and across Scotland.
And here's the catch - we're not interested in your CV!
We want to uncover your values, skills, and cognitive abilities to enrich our team and promote diversity and inclusion. We are currently looking for Gas Engineer Assistant’s to support our Engineers in repairing, replacing, and laying new gas mains and services.
SGN are currently paving the way in cutting edge research and development towards a net zero energy system. We’re on a journey to transform the future of gas and we think outside the box – futuristic technologies and robotics are leading our innovation so that we can strive every day to make the world a better place. Your apprenticeship will help us on our journey and ensure a future clean energy supply for the UK.
You will be supporting our qualified gas engineers to provide a variety of services to our customers including;
· Installation of gas meters and regulators
· Responding to reported gas emergencies
· Installation & maintenance of gas networks
· Promoting health and safety in gas service/repair activities
This programme will lead to successful Gas Safe Registration in the following categories: CESP 1, MET 1/2, MET4, TPCP1A, REGT1, REGT2
Working with one of our academic partners you will attend college on a ‘block’ release basis throughout your 3 years, building your skills and knowledge as you progress towards achievement of the Modern Apprenticeship in Gas Engineering. You will also be supported by our highly skilled engineers and managers, who will provide opportunity for you to develop your competencies in real work situations, supplementing your college learning. Over the course of the apprenticeship, you will be required to attend a number of training centres, which may be a distance away from your home. When you are required to stay away from home, we will arrange travel and accommodation.
· You’ll have at least 3 GCSE grades A-C or equivalent including Maths & English
· You’re interested in developing your career in within the gas network industry
· You’re able to commit to 3 years of training and education
· You have a can-do attitude and a passion for growing a successful career
· For the role and to participate fully in the development programme, we would prefer that you are able to drive. If you cannot drive already, you will be expected to pass your test within 6 – 12 months of joining us.
Why SGN?
SGN is a leader in pioneering research and development toward a net-zero energy system. Our cutting-edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the gas industry, all while keeping people safe and warm.
About us | Benefits | Diversity and inclusion
If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We're here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.
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SGN manages the network which distributes natural and green gas to approximately six million homes and businesses across Scotland and southern England. Our pipes deliver gas safely, reliably and efficiently to each of these customers.
Our people are the heart of our business. We employ around 4,000 people who are dedicated to keeping our customers safe and warm by leading the way in energy delivery.
Emergency: We provide the National Gas Emergency Service day and night. We’ll always make the situation safe whether the gas emergency is inside or outside a property.
Connect: Every year, we connect around 20,000 customers to our network and we help thousands of our most vulnerable customers heat their homes for less.
Upgrade: We’re committed to upgrading our network and we use the latest technology as we replace, renew and maintain our pipes. We’re constantly innovating to ensure a safe, secure and sustainable future for our network.
Visit our website or follow us on social media to find out more about how we keep our customers safe and warm all day, every day.
