Newly Qualified Gas Engineer

Centrica
Northamptonshire
1 month ago
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Join us, be part of more. 

We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.

About your team: 

You’ll be working centrally within our mission control room, aka Centrica’s group functions. From Finance and Data Science, to our Wellbeing and People teams - this is the engine of our energy system, where our various Centres of Excellence power up each of our brilliant businesses, ensuring they have all the support, technologies, and capabilities they need to get our customers to Net Zero by 2050.

Kickstart Your Career as a Gas Engineer and help us achieve our purpose of a Greener, Fairer Future

Limited Spots Available for 2025 ALP Intake!

ALP salary is £32,866, rising to £43,733 on successful completion of the course.

Classroom training will be held at either our Dartford or Thatcham academies (Accommodation supplied where applicable).

Starting a career in the gas industry can be challenging, especially when you're told that you need experience to get started. At British Gas, we understand that frustration, and we’re here to help you break through it. That’s why we’ve created ourAdvanced Learning Programme (ALP)— a unique opportunity designed specifically fornewly qualified recruitswho are eager to build a rewarding career as gas engineers.

We’re looking for motivated and driven individuals to join our team in 2025. If you’re ready to invest your time and energy into a programme that will transform you into one of the best gas engineers in the industry, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do:

Comprehensive Training:The ALP is atwo-year programmecombining40 weeks of classroom trainingat one of our award-winning academies, alongsidehands-on field trainingto build real-world skills.

Progressive Learning:Over time, you’ll gradually take on more responsibility, gaining practical experience in the field while receiving full support every step of the way.

Achieve Full Qualification:By the end of the programme, you’ll be a fully qualified gas engineer with the knowledge and expertise to excel in your role.

What We’re Looking For:

Qualifications:You’ll need current ACS accreditation (including CCN1, CENWAT or CEN1/WAT1, and CPA1)

Passion and Motivation:If you’re committed to learning and keen to develop your skills, we’re looking for you!

A Can-Do Attitude:You’ll need the drive to face challenges head-on, embrace learning, and push yourself to succeed.

Some Experience is a Plus:While experience isn’t a requirement,1 year of hands-on experiencein the industry is ideal. But most importantly, we’re looking for individuals with the right attitude, motivation, and determination to succeed

Driving:Full UK driving licence with 6 points or less is needed

If you’re ready to commit to this exciting opportunity and shape your future with us, apply now! Places on the 2025 intake are limited, so don’t miss your chance to start your career withBritish Gas.

Why should you apply?

We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.

If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.


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