Trainee Gas Engineer

DCC plc; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy supplier is looking for a Trainee Engineer to kickstart a career in the energy sector. You will benefit from on-the-job training while working on installations, safety checks, and maintenance of LPG systems. The role offers a competitive starting salary of £28,844 with various employee benefits including a discretionary bonus and enhanced pension scheme. This position is perfect for hands-on individuals ready to learn and grow within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

EAP (Employee Assistance Plan)

Health plans and wellbeing support

Extensive discounts from major retailers

25 holidays + bank holidays

Enhanced Family Friendly Leave

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Comfortable using tools and performing technical tasks.
• Ability to learn and understand theoretical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Install LPG tanks and other equipment at homes and businesses.
• Perform safety checks on equipment and maintenance tasks.
• Learn from experienced technicians as part of on-the-job training.

Skills

Practical mindset

Strong communication skills

Willingness to learn

Tools

Tools and technical tasks

Job description

Start Your Engineering Journey with Flogas

At Flogas, we don’t just supply LPG. We power homes, businesses, and communities across Britain—fueling everything from rural homes to bustling hotels and busy factories. And with over 35 years of experience under our belt, we know a thing or two about building a future that works for everyone.

Trainee Engineer – Your Career, Fully Fuelled

If you’re hands‑on, curious, and ready to get stuck in, our Trainee Technician role could be the start of something great. You’ll learn the ropes from the best in the business—working on everything from LPG tank installations at homes and businesses, to keeping our plant equipment and road tankers running smoothly.

Whether it's installing cylinder systems, setting up skid‑units for forklift refuelling, or carrying out vital safety checks, you’ll play a key part in delivering energy safely and reliably, every single day.

What We’re Looking For:

• A full UK driving licence (with no more than 6 points)
• A practical mindset—comfortable with tools and technical tasks
• A willingness to learn (there’s a good chunk of theory too!)
• Strong communication skills and a can‑do attitude

At Flogas, we put people at the heart of everything we do. That means giving you the support, training, and real‑world experience to grow into a confident, capable engineer. You’ll work both independently and alongside experienced technicians as you build a future you can be proud of. As you progress on your training journey, you will qualify as a fully trained LPG Engineer which will see a starting salary of £28,844 (+ on call benefits) with pay level increments as you progress through the levels.

Your future starts here. Ready to power up your career? Join Flogas.

What you’ll get from us

You matter. And at Flogas, we’ll do right by you with all the benefits, support, and training you need to thrive.

• Discretionary Bonus
• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• EAP (Employee Assistant Plan)
• Health plans, wellbeing support, free flu jabs and Eye Care Vouchers
• Extensive discounts from loved brands and major retailers
• 25 holidays + bank holidays with 1 additional volunteering day. *pro‑rated based on contracted hours
• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave

Flogas: Powered by people

At Flogas, we do energy right by hundreds of thousands of customers across Britain who live, work, relax or holiday off‑grid. Powered by people like you, we connect them to the energy they need, when and where they need it. With the backing of the global Group DCC, we’ve grown over the last 35 years to become one of the largest suppliers of Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) in the country. Now we’re investing heavily in new infrastructure and innovations, so we can deliver 100% renewable energy to our customers by 2040 – and a career with a bright future to you.

Doing right by everyone

People matter at Flogas. We’re an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste) religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background. We’re committed to doing right by our people, so we all feel engaged, motivated and proud to work for Flogas.