At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain electric systems for gas flow and troubleshoot faults with hands-on training.
- Company: Join Northern Gas Networks, a leader in the gas industry.
- Benefits: 25 days annual leave, pension scheme, flexible benefits, and family-friendly policies.
- Other info: Gain an HNC in electrical engineering with support from experienced professionals.
- Why this job: Kickstart your engineering career while making a real difference in your community.
- Qualifications: GCSE Maths, English, and Science at grades 4 to 9; full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 18500 - 25000 £ per year.
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 conditions
- 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.
Electrical Engineering Apprentice - Women in Gas in Carlisle employer: Northern Gas Networks
Joining Northern Gas Networks as an Electrical Engineering Apprentice offers a unique opportunity to kickstart your career in a supportive and dynamic environment. With a strong focus on employee development, you will receive hands-on training from experienced engineers and expert tutors, while enjoying generous benefits such as 25 days of annual leave, a robust pension scheme, and family-friendly policies. The culture here encourages curiosity and teamwork, making it an excellent place for aspiring engineers to grow and thrive.
