Apprentice Electrician
British Gas
Provides energy services, including gas, electricity, and home maintenance across the UK.
Train as an apprentice electrician, learning installation & maintenance for homes.
1 months ago ago
£18,564 - £41,389
Entry-level
Apprenticeship
East Dunbartonshire, Scotland, United Kingdom
Field
Company Size
20,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Gas
Electricity
Boiler and Heating
Home Insurance
Plumbing and Drains
Home Electrics
Home Appliance Cover
Solar Panels
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Business Energy
Renewable Electricity
Gas Supply
Electricity Supply
Home Services
Boilers
Energy Efficiency
Role
Description
customer focus
energy solutions
client listening
- Customer-first mindset - You’ll listen, understand, and offer energy-saving solutions that make a real difference in people’s homes.
Requirements
driving licence
safety focus
training availability
gcses c/4
- A full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
- A genuine passion for learning a trade & striving for a successful career whilst working to the highest levels of safety.
- Availability to attend your training course, with provided accommodation and travel if needed (training is hosted by Trade Skills 4U in predetermined locations in England).
- 4 GCSEs, ideally including Maths & English, at grade C/4 or above or a recognised equivalent.
Benefits
- A starting salary of £18,564 which will continue to rise as you hit specific milestones during your apprenticeship.
- We also offer London Weighting Allowance ranging from £4,160 to £6,240 (dependant on location) for living or starting your day within London.
- An expensed electric van for you to use for work, including an EV charge point where applicable & charge card.
- Once you have completed the full programme and aftercare support your salary will increase to £41, 389 with bonus and add ons on top.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1812
Year Established
The company was founded in 1812, marking over two centuries of operation in the energy sector.
- With a strong heritage, the company has consistently innovated energy solutions, from gas to electricity.
- British Gas plays a vital role in the daily lives of millions, providing energy to homes and businesses across the UK.
- In addition to energy supply, British Gas offers a wide range of home services, including heating installation and maintenance.
- They are involved in large-scale projects, providing efficient and sustainable solutions for residential and commercial sectors.
- The company focuses heavily on digital transformation, offering smart home technologies to customers.
- British Gas has been pivotal in the energy sector’s shift towards renewable energy sources, aligning with broader industry trends.
Culture + Values
Environment + Sustainability
40% Reduction
Carbon Emissions Target
Aiming for a 40% reduction in carbon emissions by 2034 compared to a 2015 baseline.
50% Investment
Green Capital Expenditure
Over 50% of capital expenditure will be allocated to green activities by 2025.
900 MW Portfolio
Solar and Battery Storage
Deploying a 900 MW portfolio of solar and battery storage assets over five years.
8 Million Units
Smart Meters Installed
Already installed 8 million smart meters, with plans for an additional 6 million by 2030.
- Target to become a net‑zero business by 2045
- Joined UN’s Race to Zero with science-based targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative
- Entire vehicle fleet to be 100% electric by 2030, including thousands of Vauxhall Vivaro‑e vans
- Installed over 8,000 electric vehicle charge points and over 2,300 heat pumps for customers
- Hive smart heating projected to serve 2.5 million customers by 2025
- Helping retrofit 1,500 homes per year in Wales and decarbonise 1,000 UK social homes via partnerships
- Centrica signed a £20 billion gas‑for‑hydrogen swap deal to support UK hydrogen production
Inclusion & Diversity
40% Women Representation
Gender Diversity Goal
Targeting 40% women in leadership roles by 2025 to promote gender equality.
400 Roles in 2025
Apprenticeship Programme
Over 400 roles created in 2025, with a vision to expand to 3,500 apprentices by 2030.
16% Ethnically Diverse Representation
Diversity Target
Aiming for 16% ethnically diverse representation in leadership roles by 2025.
3,500 Apprentices by 2030
Skilled Workforce Expansion
Long-term commitment to creating 3,500 apprenticeship opportunities by 2030.
- Flatter organisational structure: removed three management layers to improve agility.
- Servant-leadership style exhibited by senior leaders foregoing bonuses during customer hardship periods.
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