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Poole | Weymouth
Salary: £28.2k per annum (increase to £31.3k upon successful completion of probationary period)
Once qualified, your earning potential increases with additionally paid standby & overtime.
Estimated start date: 26th January 2026
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Are you ready to embark on an exciting career journey as our Trainee Gas Engineer in the Home Counties?
We're looking for exceptional Trainee Gas Engineers, 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 Trainee Gas Engineers to support our Engineers in repairing, replacing, and laying new gas mains and services.
How you’ll support us on our mission to keep people safe and warm
* Support engineers on site and learn from them daily during gas service and mains repair activities.
* Excavate and dig in the public/private highways, laying and repairing gas pipes so you will work in various outdoor environments safely and as part of a team.
* Maintain the SGN vans and tools before and after each job.
We’re Looking For Someone Who
Seeks to develop their skills
You should have a curious mindset to grow from our own specialised learning and development programmes. You will seek to develop your knowledge and expertise using our learning tools and excel in our exciting environment.
Demonstrates resilience and bounce back
You will be productive in challenging times, bouncing back from setbacks and remaining on track.
Takes initiative and ownership
Our ideal candidate will exhibit initiative, consistently deliver on tasks and objectives; and be accountable, taking ownership of the important service we provide.
Adapts and remains calm
Thrive in an environment involving public interaction, adapting to situations and maintaining composure as they arise.
Is comfortable working on a rota with shift patterns, including weekends and nights
We keep our customers safe and warm. We are on hand to attend and repair gas escapes 24/7, 365 days a year.
Will be required to be clean shaven
As part of our commitment to the personal safety of our employees, you will be required to be clean shaven, and pass a face fit test, to wear tight fitting dust masks and breathing apparatus.
Holds a valid UK driver’s licence
A full, valid UK driver’s licence is essential for this role.
The Process
Stage 1 - Online Application (No CV required)
Stage 2 - Online Task-Based Assessment: You will be completing some exciting and intuitive online tasks to help get to know you better (30-45m). You will receive your own individualised feedback report on your strengths and areas for future focus.
Stage 3 - Interview: Here, we’ll explore your match to the role further and it will be an opportunity for you also to ask us questions.
Stage 4 – Offer
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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