Gasflow require a bright and enthusiastic apprentice for Gas Engineering & high end pipe fitting. You will be working for 4 days per week with us and one day per week at Uxbridge College. The apprentices will be mentored by an experienced Gas Engineer and will be working in various sites in Central London and surrounding areas.
Responsibilities
As a Gas Engineer Apprentice you will learn the following:
- Current Health, Safety and Environmental legislation and regulations applicable to work in the gas industry
- Safe gas and electrical installation, commissioning, decommissioning and/or ongoing service and repair procedures of gas installations and appliances needed to establish the safe operation of the equipment and installation in accordance with industry standards
- Gas and electrical theories and procedures involved in the practical installation, commissioning, decommissioning and/or ongoing service and repair of gas installations, appliances and associated equipment
- Relevant electrical/mechanical principles and how they are applied in work processes and procedures
- Up to date energy efficiency advice and guidance to be given to the customer
- Product knowledge to be able to discuss and advise the customer
- Current regulatory compliance, current Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations and the current Electricity at Work Regulations
- Company rules, policies and procedures as defined by the employer
Future Prospects
- Skilled gas engineer, foreman, manager
Reality Check
- You will be going to Uxbridge College on a weekly basis for your in college training – the rest of the week you will be working on site with a gas engineer
Skills Required
- Being able to follow instructions
- Having good communication skills
- Being methodical and organised
- Having good concentration
- Being able to work to strict deadlines
Qualities Required
- Tenacious
- Reliable
- Trustworthy
- Fully committed to learning the job
- Not afraid of hard work
- Able to communicate in a business-like manner
Qualifications Required
- GCSE (or equivalent) maths & English Grade C/4 or Functional Skills Level 2
Training Provided
- Gas Engineering Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard