Trainee Kitchen Appliance Engineer at Centrica

, , United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Mar, 26

Salary

27509.0

Posted On

07 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Technical Aptitude, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Hands-On Experience, Learning, Teamwork

Industry

Utilities

Description

Join us, be part of more. We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it. About your team: At British Gas, our mission is to sell it and mend it. We’ve been powering the UK’s homes and businesses for over 200 years – but supplying energy is just part of what we do. We’re making the UK greener and more energy efficient, getting closer to Net Zero. By using clever tech like thermostats, heat pumps, solar panels and EV chargers, we’re making it cheaper and easier for our customers to reduce their carbon-footprint. About your role Your mission is to help us mend it by diving headfirst into the world of kitchen appliance repairs. Age? Gender? Background? All absolutely irrelevant! We’re here for your drive, your passion, and that fire in your eyes. You are welcome for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like or how you power your home. Kitchens are the heart of the home, and appliances are the unsung heroes of daily life. As a Trainee Kitchen Appliance Engineer, you’ll be the one customers rely on when things go wrong - swooping in to get those ovens baking and washing machines spinning again. You’ll train at a state-of-the-art centre, gaining hands-on experience, expert knowledge, and an industry-recognised qualification. With support from seasoned engineers, you’ll soon be out in your local area, making a real difference in people’s homes. This is a hands-on, sleeves-up kind of role - and that’s what makes it so rewarding. You’ll be solving real problems for real people, every single day. Whether it’s fixing fridges or troubleshooting cookers, you’ll be helping families get back to normal with a smile. If you’re passionate about learning a trade, building a career, and delivering top-notch customer service, this could be the perfect launchpad for you. Here's what we’re looking for: Demonstrates technical aptitude – whether through formal qualifications, hands-on work experience, or a personal passion for technical hobbies. Driven to learn a trade, build a successful career, and deliver outstanding customer service. A full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points. Able to attend a 5-week training course in Wakefield – with travel and accommodation(where required) covered to make your experience smooth and accessible. Here’s what's in it for you. A starting salary of £27,009 which will continue to rise as you hit specific milestones during your traineeship. Once you have completed the full programme and aftercare support your salary will increase to £38,589 with bonus and add ons on top. 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. Important Notice Regarding 2026 Recruitment: We are planning extensive recruitment throughout 2026, across various locations. As such, start dates will be location dependent. If your application is selected for further consideration, we will contact you. Due to the staggered recruitment schedule and the anticipated volume of applications, this contact may occur later in 2026. We kindly request your patience during this process. All applicants will be informed of the outcome of their application. April 2026 start (The South): Camden & Kingsbury, Camden & Kingsbury, Dulwich & Greenwich, Barking & Grays, Ealing & Watford, Cobham & Heathrow, & Maidenhead & Windsor Why should you apply? We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you. https://www.morethanacareer.energy/britishgas If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority. Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. When it comes to energy, no one does it like us. We make it, store it, move it, sell it and mend it. We’re made up of 12 different businesses, but united by our purpose as Centrica. We’re energisers. Our journey to a greener, fairer future is powered by individuals like you. Through innovative green products, intelligent energy solutions and developing smarter ways to use and save energy, we’re not just part of the energy transition, we’re leading it. Our commitment goes beyond sustainability. Together we’re bringing our collective energies to create positive change in our local communities. If you immerse yourself in our fight to change tomorrow, you might just find your why. We’re looking for people to add to our culture – not fit in with it. We're building a community where you can be unapologetically you, where differences are celebrated, and where everyone can belong. Real inclusivity also means supporting the different realities our people face. That’s why we have the UK’s best Carers Policy and are continually building our approach to flexibility and wellbeing. Of course, we love having fun too. We’re a people place after all.

Responsibilities

As a Trainee Kitchen Appliance Engineer, you will be responsible for repairing kitchen appliances and providing excellent customer service. You will gain hands-on experience and expert knowledge through training and support from seasoned engineers.