This apprenticeship is no longer available, take a look at Gas engineering operative as an alternative option
“Laying, repairing and maintaining gas services and main pipes, as well as installing plumbing and heating systems”
The gas industry apprenticeship covers distribution and installation, with a broadness that caters for many different roles. As an intermediate apprentice in network construction operations, you’ll focus on laying, repairing and maintaining gas services and main pipes in the gas transmission and distribution network. The advanced apprenticeship offers the opportunity to take this further and work on more complex jobs. The other advanced apprenticeships focus on the installation of plumbing and heating systems and appliances. Some roles will be broad, meaning you’ll work across the overlap between plumbing and heating, with a greater emphasis on the range of installation and maintenance activities. The advanced apprenticeship in gas heating and energy efficiency concentrates on gas installation and maintenance. There is a focus on the provision of energy efficiency advice to consumers.
Duration: 12 to 36 months
Relevant school subjects: Science
Entry requirements: Four GCSEs, including English and maths
Achievement upon completion: Level 2 (Intermediate)—equivalent to GCSEs; Level 3 (Advanced)—equivalent to A-levels
Potential salary upon completion: £25,000 per annum
Find out more: www.apprenticeshipguide.co.uk
