LOW CARBON APPRENTICE
Go from brand-new to guru. We’re on a mission to drive the global renewable energy revolution, and we need loads more people to help us make our vision a reality. Join us as a Low Carbon Apprentice and be on the frontline of driving our mission forward. You’ll even be earning a salary that grows as you do too!
We’re recruiting across England so you’ll see lots of vacancies in lots of locations. Please only apply to the role and location that is most suitable for you.
What you’ll do
During our 2-year programme, you’ll work as part of an awesome team to support the installation of low carbon technology, including air source heat pumps, in customers’ homes. Spend your time interacting with customers to install, service, fault find and repair our amazing tech. You could even find yourself planning, selecting, installing, servicing and maintaining low carbon tech with the supervision and support of experienced team members. You will also be responsible for:
Carrying out outstanding work with design criteria, manufacturers guidance, regulations and industry recognised standards and procedures in mind at all times
Completing prep work for the installation of low carbon tech
Testing handover procedures for low carbon tech
Removing and disposing of old heating and hot water systems (to make place for our shiny, low carbon ones!)
Completing routine servicing and maintenance within customer homes
Who you are
We’re looking for passionate, authentic people who take pride in the work they’re doing. We want to see how you embrace change, go above and beyond, and put our customers at the front of everything you do. It’s also important you’re comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces. You must have Maths and English GCSE at level 4-9, functional skills Maths and English, or equivalent, and a full UK driving licence with no more than 3 points. Other qualities we’d love to see include:
Great problem solving skills
Resilience and ability to learn from mistakes
Motivation to learn and develop
We encourage everyone to apply to our job, no matter who you are, as you might just be the candidate we hire. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.
Join us in the Octoverse!
We’re one of the UK’s Best Companies to Work for. We’ve created a culture where people learn, decide and build quicker. You’ll work towards a level 3 Low Carbon Heating Technician qualification, learning from the most passionate individuals in the industry. You can also enjoy our amazing benefits including:
Relaxation! We don’t count your holidays here, we work hard, and so we know you need to play hard as well (within reason of course)
£25 lunch allowance per week
Share options in Octopus Energy Group
Gym discounts
Social Events
* probation period required to unlock some Amazing Octoes benefits including access to Electric vehicles via salary sacrifice etc…
The next steps
We do things a little differently around here. If successful in your eligibility questions, we’ll invite you to complete our online blended assessment. This is made up of multiple-choice questions and three short video interview questions, but we’ll give you all the instructions you need to complete this. You’ll be scored fairly by a real person and if you stand out to us, we’ll invite you to a virtual assessment centre where you can show us what you’ve got.
Apprenticeship: Level 3 Low Carbon Heating Technician
Duration: 24-months (plus 4-month EPA – End Point Assessment)
Location: various
Start Date: 25th November 2024
Requirements: GCSE Maths & English grade 4-9 or Level 2 functional skills in Maths and English, or equivalent. Full UK driving licence (with no more than 3 points).
Salary: Starting salary (for age 16-20) £17,652, and (for age 21+) £20,381 with salary progression throughout and a final salary, after 5years in role, from £40,000.
