Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Apprentice – Gas Engineer Level 3
Fixed term contract for 18 months plus 3 months EPA, total 21 months
Rochford
Starting salary year 1: £20,966.40 per year
40 Hours per week
Are you looking for your next step or change in career? Our Apprenticeship programme gives you a hands-on experience, all whilst working towards a qualification in partnership with our training provider, Barking and Dagenham College.
Gas Engineering apprentices will work alongside fully qualified gas engineers, working on all different types of gas appliances, including servicing, repairs and maintenance as well as installations of new appliances and heating systems, gaining as much experience as possible whilst also attending day release at college. You will gain a Domestic Natural Gas Installation and Maintenance – Level 3, nationally recognised qualification at the end. All of this will be supported by the team around you, ensuring you are getting the best out of your apprenticeship!

What will you do?

You will work in a team in Rochford region. This opportunity will give you a chance to earn valuable practical experience in providing a reactive gas Maintenance & Repair service, undertake gas boiler and heating system replacements, along with learning invaluable customer service skills essential to build and maintain a successful career in the gas and renewable industry.

What skills and abilities do I need to have?

We look for candidates who live and breathe our values; Ambition, Inclusion, Integrity, Quality and Sustainability - and have a willingness to learn, enthusiasm and dedication.

On top of this, practical skills we are looking for are;

A minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including/or equivalent in Maths and English
A keen interest in practical and technically challenging workloads within a rewarding gas and renewable industry
Good practical and problem-solving skills
Hold a full UK driving license, or be willing to undertake driving lessons with a view to holding a full UK driving license, in order to drive a company vehicle on completion of your apprenticeship

Why work for us? Sanctuary Property Services provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary Group’s organisations. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.
Ready to join us?
Our Benefits As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

25 days annual leave
A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
Life Assurance
Employee Advice Service including counselling
Cycle to Work scheme
Voluntary health plans
Employee discounts
Wellbeing support and tools
Employee recognition scheme

Closing Date: 27 October 2026

As part of the application process, your details will be shared with the training provider who may contact you to complete a further application. Both applications will form part of our overall application review process.

Before you apply, please ensure you have an updated copy of your CV. If you're unsure about any details or have questions about the role, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you –

We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.

View more detail about what it’s like to work for our organisation, and what we offer on our Sanctuary careers pages at - www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team

Check out our Apprentice page to find the process, apprentice stories, FAQ’s and much more - Apprenticeships | Sanctuary

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working.
A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.

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