At a Glance
- Tasks: Get hands-on with gas engineering, solving faults and supporting installations.
- Company: Join Northern Gas Networks, a leader in delivering gas safely and reliably.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, flexible benefits, and generous parental policies.
- Other info: Embrace equality and inclusion in a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in engineering while making a real impact in your community.
- Qualifications: Must be 18+, with GCSEs in Maths, English, and Science.
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
There’s a place for women in engineering – and a real opportunity to grow at Northern Gas Networks.
Responsibilities
- 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
Qualities
- 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
- Ready to take your first steps into a career in Gas Engineering
- 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
- Finished all other apprenticeships by the time you start
Practical Skills
- Wear the required PPE
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Work 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
Equality & Inclusion Statement
We are proud to champion equality, diversity, and inclusion, and actively support initiatives alongside our Colleague Communities (LGBTQ/Women’s/Root & Resonance/Parents & Carers/DisABILITY) to ensure we reflect and uplift the communities we serve.
About NGN
We deliver gas to 2.9 million homes and businesses across the North East, Northern Cumbria, and much of Yorkshire, through a network of over 37,000 km of underground pipes. Serving both major cities and rural communities, we are committed to safety, reliability, and innovation. Our values – Trailblazing, Empowered, Heartfelt, Community Focused, Intellectually Curious, and Happy – shape everything we do.
Electrical Engineering Apprentice - Women in Gas in Withernsea employer: Northern Gas Networks
At Northern Gas Networks, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where women can thrive in engineering roles. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our comprehensive apprenticeship programme, which offers hands-on experience, generous benefits including 25 days of annual leave, and a strong focus on equality and diversity. Join us in York, where you will not only develop your skills but also be part of a community that values safety, innovation, and teamwork.
