Gas Engineer Apprentice
| Posting date: | 22 August 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13,312 to £13,312 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 September 2024 |
| Location: | Shrewsbury, Shropshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Housing Plus Group |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | 459 |
Summary
Job Title: Gas Engineer Apprentice
Salary: £13,312 per annum - £18,012.80 per annum (Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage)
Location: On site with base in Shrewsbury
Hours: 40 hours per week, fixed term until September 2028
We currently have a great opportunity for a Gas Apprentice to join our in-house maintenance team, Property Plus on a full-time, fixed term apprenticeship. We're looking for a dedicated professional to bring our values to life and ensure our customers receive outstanding services.
The Role
As an apprentice Gas Engineer, you will gain hands-on experience and develop the essential skills to become a qualified gas engineer. Working alongside our experienced professionals, you'll learn all aspects of the trade, from installations and maintenance to fault-finding and repairs whilst making a positive difference to those living within our communities.
Typical duties include completing gas boiler installations, unvented hot water systems and renewables technologies e.g air source heating systems.
You'll work towards Level 3 in Domestic Gas and Installations and Renewable Energy Systems as part of the apprenticeship therefore, it is essential you have already completed the Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing.
Skills and experience required:
Hold the Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing (Essential)
GCSE Maths and English (Grades 9-4)
Good communication skills
Ability to work well in a team
A basic knowledge and understanding of health & safety regulations
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to climb stairs, ladders and enter loft and other confined spaces
Ability to carry our heavy lifting duties
Flexible and adaptable with a 'can do' attitude
Full clean Driving Licence (essential)
What we can offer you
We'll supply the hand and power tools for your role and offer a comprehensive induction programme and excellent learning opportunities; with mandatory and specialist training available, we can offer 25 days holiday (increasing with each year of service, up to a maximum of 30 days), bank holidays and three concessionary days over the Christmas period. We also offer the option to join our contributory pension scheme, access to a dedicated Employee Healthcare Portal, eye care vouchers and a cycle to work scheme. Please see our HPG Benefits page for more information.
About us
As one of the largest providers of affordable homes and care in the area, employing almost 1,000 people, Housing Plus Group offers rewarding roles with excellent training and career development pathways delivering services that customers can trust across Staffordshire and Shropshire. Housing Plus Group companies include Care Plus, Property Plus and Severn Homes.
Housing Plus Group values the diversity of its communities and aims to have a workforce that is representative of this. We create inclusive environments for our people and customers where we can be our true authentic selves. We welcome applications from all sections of our community.
Join our team at Housing Plus Group, where we value your time as much as your talent. We offer flexible working options such as hybrid working and adaptable schedules, to enable you to develop your career while maintaining a great work-life balance. You can find out more about Housing Plus Group and why we are a great place to work in the About Us guide attached.
How to apply
Please apply online with your CV and a cover letter. If you need any support in submitting your application, please email careers@housingplusgroup.co.uk
Closing date: Monday 9th September 2024 - Interviews may take place throughout the advert
We are committed to carrying out safeguarding checks with all our colleagues. These checks may vary according to the role you have applied for, please refer to the job description for this role for details.
We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
If you have not received an update within 2 working weeks of submitting your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Salary: £13,312 per annum - £18,012.80 per annum (Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage)
Location: On site with base in Shrewsbury
Hours: 40 hours per week, fixed term until September 2028
We currently have a great opportunity for a Gas Apprentice to join our in-house maintenance team, Property Plus on a full-time, fixed term apprenticeship. We're looking for a dedicated professional to bring our values to life and ensure our customers receive outstanding services.
The Role
As an apprentice Gas Engineer, you will gain hands-on experience and develop the essential skills to become a qualified gas engineer. Working alongside our experienced professionals, you'll learn all aspects of the trade, from installations and maintenance to fault-finding and repairs whilst making a positive difference to those living within our communities.
Typical duties include completing gas boiler installations, unvented hot water systems and renewables technologies e.g air source heating systems.
You'll work towards Level 3 in Domestic Gas and Installations and Renewable Energy Systems as part of the apprenticeship therefore, it is essential you have already completed the Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing.
Skills and experience required:
Hold the Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing (Essential)
GCSE Maths and English (Grades 9-4)
Good communication skills
Ability to work well in a team
A basic knowledge and understanding of health & safety regulations
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to climb stairs, ladders and enter loft and other confined spaces
Ability to carry our heavy lifting duties
Flexible and adaptable with a 'can do' attitude
Full clean Driving Licence (essential)
What we can offer you
We'll supply the hand and power tools for your role and offer a comprehensive induction programme and excellent learning opportunities; with mandatory and specialist training available, we can offer 25 days holiday (increasing with each year of service, up to a maximum of 30 days), bank holidays and three concessionary days over the Christmas period. We also offer the option to join our contributory pension scheme, access to a dedicated Employee Healthcare Portal, eye care vouchers and a cycle to work scheme. Please see our HPG Benefits page for more information.
About us
As one of the largest providers of affordable homes and care in the area, employing almost 1,000 people, Housing Plus Group offers rewarding roles with excellent training and career development pathways delivering services that customers can trust across Staffordshire and Shropshire. Housing Plus Group companies include Care Plus, Property Plus and Severn Homes.
Housing Plus Group values the diversity of its communities and aims to have a workforce that is representative of this. We create inclusive environments for our people and customers where we can be our true authentic selves. We welcome applications from all sections of our community.
Join our team at Housing Plus Group, where we value your time as much as your talent. We offer flexible working options such as hybrid working and adaptable schedules, to enable you to develop your career while maintaining a great work-life balance. You can find out more about Housing Plus Group and why we are a great place to work in the About Us guide attached.
How to apply
Please apply online with your CV and a cover letter. If you need any support in submitting your application, please email careers@housingplusgroup.co.uk
Closing date: Monday 9th September 2024 - Interviews may take place throughout the advert
We are committed to carrying out safeguarding checks with all our colleagues. These checks may vary according to the role you have applied for, please refer to the job description for this role for details.
We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
If you have not received an update within 2 working weeks of submitting your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.