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About the role
Smart meters are the in-house tech that unlock the magic to a greener future. Sending data in real time, they show customers exactly how much energy they’re using in pounds and pence – helping them to see where they can make savings. As an apprentice, you’ll learn not only to install and repair them but also to help customers get the best out of them.
At our award-winning academies, you’ll absorb the wisdom, gain the skills, and earn the qualifications to emerge as a top-tier Smart Metering Engineer. Under the guidance of our experienced engineers, you’ll work in homes around your area, showing customers how they can save and be more energy efficient.
Responsibilities
Your mission is to help us mend it. You’ll be involved in installing and repairing smart meters, demonstrating energy-saving practices to customers, and developing the practical engineering skills required to support a greener future. You’ll train at our academies and work under experienced engineers to build your capability in homes around your area.
Skills you need to succeed
* 4 GCSEs, ideally including Maths & English, at grade C/4 or above or a recognised equivalent
* A CV showing genuine passion for learning a trade, demonstrating that you are mechanically or technically minded, and love providing excellent customer service
* A full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points
* Availability to attend training at one of our four UK academies – with accommodation and travel provided if needed
Here’s what’s in it for you
* Starting salary of £16,053 rising to £19,493 at week 28, £22,932 (typically) at week 35, £25,485 at week 52, and £32,861 (typically) at week 60 of your apprenticeship
* Upon completion of the full programme and aftercare support (typically at week 76), salary will increase to £38,589 with bonus and add-ons on top
* London Weighting Allowance ranging from £4,160 to £6,240 (dependent on location) for living or starting your day within London
* An expensed electric van for work use, including an EV charging point where applicable and a charge card
Important notice regarding 2025 recruitment
We are planning extensive recruitment throughout 2025, across various locations. Start dates will be location dependent. If your application is selected for further consideration, we will contact you. Due to the staggered recruitment schedule and the anticipated volume of applications, this contact may occur later in 2025. We kindly request your patience during this process. All applicants will be informed of the outcome of their application.
Locations
* Scotland – Clydebank, Argyll & Bute, Dunfermline & Stirling, Falkirk & Eastern Glasgow, & South & East Ayrshire, Dumfries & Galloway
* Northern England – Kendal & North Lancashire, Carlisle & The Lake District, Newcastle Upon Tyne & Northumberland, & Chester-Le-Street & Darlington
* Eastern England – Cambridge & North Suffolk
* Greater London – Staines & Sunbury, Gerrard's Cross & Northolt, Elstree, Kensington & Chelsea, Croydon, SE London, Wimbledon & Wandsworth, & Epson & Ewell
* Southeast England – East Kent
* South England – Portsmouth & Isle of Wight
* Southwest England – Taunton & West Somerset
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