4-year Fixed Term Contract -Travelling across the network 40 Hours per week Travelling to our York Training Centre is required (accommodation available) Start date 14 September 2026
About the role
Joining Northern Gas Networks could be the start of a career you can build on. Homes & businesses across the North rely on the gas network every day, and as a Level 3 Electrical Engineering Apprentice, you'll help maintain the electric systems that control how gas flows through the network. This apprenticeship is designed to build your technical knowledge and skills, and confidence over time. With training and support to use equipment, identify faults and carry out repairs. You'll learn with support from experienced engineers onsite and expert tutors/trainers in the Training Centre. You'll also work towards an HNC in electrical engineering. You'll get involved in things like:
* Checking equipment and keeping systems running safely
* Working through faults and understanding how to solve them
* Supporting installation, repair and maintenance work on site
* Using specialist tools and diagnostic equipment
This journey is about more than just gaining a qualification. It’s also about learning how to approach problems, stay curious and build self-trust as you develop into a capable engineer.
Job Expectations
We look for someone with a positive attitude to learning and motivation to keep improving. You'll:
* Enjoy getting hands on and seeing how things work
* Like learning new skills
* Keep going when problems arise, and want to figure it out
* Take pride in doing things safely and to the best of your ability
* Enjoy being part of a team and learning from those around you.
Requirements
To get started you'll need to:
* Take your first steps into a career in Gas Engineering
* Be aged 18 or over by the start of the programme
* Have GCSE Maths, English and a Science at grades 4 to 9, or equivalent
* Have a full UK manual driving licence
* Live within 45 minutes of the advertised location
* Have finished all other apprenticeships by the time you start
This is a practical role, so you'll need to be comfortable to:
* Wear the required PPE
* Work outdoors in all weather conditionsWorking with tools and equipment
* Follow our safety equipment policies
Benefits
* 25 days of annual leave, plus recognised bank holidays and 2 extra half-days over the Christmas period
* Generous stakeholder pension scheme, doubling your contribution, up to 10%
* Flexible benefits and salary sacrifice options, including discounts on UK attractions, gym memberships, restaurants, experience days, plus access to a Virtual GP service
* Family-friendly policies, including up to 6 weeks of paternity leave and 6 months of full pay for maternity leave (for eligible employees), plus shared parental leave and more.
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