Low Carbon Apprentice

Octopus Energy Group • Full-time • Ipswich • 1m ago

Help us make a big green dent in the universe. 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

What you need:

- A Maths and English GCSE at level 4-9, functional skills Maths and English, or equivalent
- A full UK driving licence with no more than 3 points
- Permanent right to work in the UK for the duration of Apprenticeship
- Great problem solving skills
- Resilience and ability to learn from mistakes
- Motivation to learn and develop

Key details:

- Apprenticeship: Level 3 Low Carbon Heating Technician
- Duration: 24-months (plus 4-month EPA – End Point Assessment)
- Location: Ipswich, Liverpool, Crewe, Preston, Leicester, Derby, Southall, Gloucester, Brighton, Exeter, Salisbury, Bristol, Southeast London
- Start Date: 27th January 2025
- Requirements: GCSE Maths and 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 5 years in role, from £40,000.

Join us in the Octoverse!

- 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.

If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you.

Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic!

Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. 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.