Apprentice Emergency Gas Responder
SGN · Scotland · PH1 3AQ
About the role
Apprentice Emergency Gas Responder 🚀 | Perth | £29.3k per annum + completion bonus 💰
Start date: 11 January 2027
Ready to Kickstart Your Career? Earn While You Learn! 🛠️
We're launching our brand-new 3-year Emergency Gas Responder Apprenticeship programme across Scotland, and we're on the hunt for diverse individuals ready to make a real impact. Forget your CV! We're looking for your values, skills, and potential to join our awesome operations teams, keeping 5.9 million homes and businesses in the south of England and Scotland safely connected to gas. This is your chance to learn, grow, and become a qualified Gas Engineer! 💡
What You'll Be Doing:
- Responding to reported gas emergencies – be the hero of the day! 🦸♀️🦸♂️
- Installing and replacing gas meters – precision is key! 📏
- Installing, testing, and commissioning internal gas pipework – think of it as building the essential pathways for energy. 🏗️
- Championing health and safety during gas service/repair activities – keeping everyone safe is our top priority. ✅
Why Choose an Apprenticeship with SGN?
- Become a Qualified Gas Engineer: This programme leads to Gas Safe Registration and ultimately, you'll be a fully qualified Gas Engineer with SGN, ready for shift work and standby cover. 💯
- Shape the Future of Energy: Get involved in pioneering research and development for the UK's energy system, transforming the industry with innovative tech. ⚡
- Learn Like a Pro: Attend college on a block release basis (1 week every 2 months), blending practical experience with essential knowledge. 📚
- Mentorship Guaranteed: Be supported by our highly skilled engineers and managers every step of the way. They're here to help you shine! ✨
- Career Growth: SGN is all about nurturing talent. We'll support your journey wherever it takes you within our award-winning company. 🌟
- Awesome Perks: Enjoy a Virtual GP, Employee Assistance Programme, retail & leisure discounts, a joint-contribution pension (6% from you, 12% from us!), enhanced family leave, life assurance, and HolidayPlus. 🎁
What You'll Need:
- At least 3 National 5 grades A-C (or 3 GCSEs A*-C), including Maths & English. 🔢
- A genuine passion for the gas network industry. 🔥
- Commitment to a 3-year training and education journey. 🗓️
- Must be able to drive. If you can't yet, you'll need to pass your test within 6-12 months of joining. 🚗
- Willingness to attend training centres which may be a distance from home. We'll arrange travel and accommodation when you need to stay away. ✈️
Got Questions or Need Support?
We're committed to an inclusive and accessible application process. If you need any accommodations, please reach out – we're here to help! 😊
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Key responsibilities
- Responding to reported gas emergencies
- Installation and replacement of gas meters
- Installing, testing and commissioning internal gas pipework
- Promoting health and safety in gas service/repair activities