Apprentice Electrician

Centrica plc; City of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in London is seeking an Apprentice Electrician to help with electrical installation and maintenance. This role offers a starting salary of £18,564 and the opportunity for significant salary increases as you progress through your apprenticeship. The company values a passion for learning and a customer-first mindset. Join a dynamic team ensuring a greener future through innovation.

Benefits

Starting salary of £18,564

London Weighting Allowance

Expensed electric van

Qualifications

• 4 GCSEs, ideally including Maths & English, at grade C/4 or above or a recognised equivalent.
• A genuine passion for learning a trade.
• A full UK driving licence with no more than points.

Responsibilities

• Help with electrical installation & maintenance.
• Master the skills needed to become a qualified Domestic Electrician.
• Listen to customers and provide energy-saving solutions.

Skills

Passion for learning a trade

Customer-first mindset

Education

4 GCSEs including Maths & English at grade C/4 or above

Tools

Electric van

Job description

Overview

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 head first into the world of electrical Installation & maintenance. Age? Gender? Background? Just numbers and stories that make you, you. We’re here for your drive, your passion, and that spark in your eyes.

This is your chance to kickstart a career that powers homes, energises communities, and lights up lives. As an Apprentice Electrician, you won’t just learn the ropes - you’ll master them. From day one, you’ll be absorbing knowledge, sharpening your skills, and working toward becoming a fully qualified Domestic Electrician - a true household hero.

Don’t be fooled, this isn’t your average gig; It’s boots on the ground, tools in hand, and learning by doing. You’ll get stuck in, get your hands dirty, and grow into a role that’s as rewarding as it is essential. If you’ve got the spark, we’ve got the switch!

What we’re looking for

• 4 GCSEs, ideally including Maths & English, at grade C/4 or above or a recognised equivalent
• A genuine passion for learning a trade & striving for a successful career whilst working to the highest levels of safety
• A full UK driving licence with no more than points
• 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)
• Customer-first mindset - You’ll listen, understand, and offer energy-saving solutions that make a real difference in people’s homes.

What’s in it for you

• A starting salary of £18,564 which will continue to rise as you hit specific milestones during your apprenticeship.
• Once you have completed the full programme and aftercare support your salary will increase to £41,389 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.

Locations

We are currently seeking talented individuals in many parts of the UK:

Greater London - Wimbledon & Wandsworth, Dulwich, Greenwich, & Ealing

Midlands - Derby, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Birmingham, Dudley, Worcester, Tamworth, & Leamington Spa

North England - The Wirral, Altrincham, Macclesfield, Barnsley, Rotherham, & N Sheffield

South England - Southampton & Bournemouth

Southeast England - Canterbury, Dover, Bromley, Dartford, W Sussex, Watford, & Reading

Southwest England - Exeter, & Bristol

Wales - Wrexham

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.

We’re not able to include external links in this refined version. If you’re interested, please reach out through the standard recruitment channels.

Equal opportunity

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.