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Network Construction Operations (Gas) Apprenticeships

Morrison Utility Services
Pay: £324.00 Text
Location: Somerset Bath United Kingdom
Category: Entry Level
Available from: May 2018
Finishes on: Ongoing Position
Type of work: Full Time, Indoor & Outdoor
Job reference: E02592222
2018-01-18 2018-05-01

Job Description

Principal Accountabilities:



Gas Main layer



Responsible for all aspects of site project management.



Using maps, site plans and buried plant detection equipment to identify excavation location, and to prepare excavations by hand or use of mechanical equipment. Laying, replacing and repairing mains pipes or gas network systems and making connections. Undertake reinstatement of excavations and pavements on completion of work. Complete work data updates using apps, other data systems and paper reporting.



Gas Service layer



Installing of all new connections and replacement domestic and non-domestic gas supply pipes up to and including 63mm (2”).



Using maps, site plans and buried plant detection equipment to identify excavation location, and to prepare excavations by hand or use of mechanical equipment. Reinstating of excavations and pavements on completion of work.



Individuals should be mindful of the following when considering their suitability for the programme:




  • The gas industry is potentially very dangerous so the safety of Apprentices, their work colleagues and the public are of the upmost importance.

  • Apprentices must be very safety conscious and have a very responsible attitude to work, working in accordance with company health and safety procedures at all times.

  • Apprentices must be prepared to wear the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided when required, this will include a requirement to be clean shaven in order to wear breathing apparatus where required.

  • These may be physically demanding jobs that involve bending, lifting and manual handling so a basic level of fitness is important to be able to conduct the job efficiently.

  • Individuals with claustrophobia should be mindful that some of these job roles may involve working in confined spaces.

  • Working conditions may be wet and dirty, however Apprentices will be provided with appropriate PPE.

  • The work sites are outdoors, so Apprentices should be prepared to work in all kinds of weather.

  • Apprentices will need to have good practical skills for handling tools and instruments and be prepared for some hard work. These are very skilled jobs and some aspects require significant amounts of concentration and personal application.

  • Working hours are not always predictable as things so do wrong so some overtime will be required to ensure that the gas supply network is operational 24hours a day. Apprentices therefore need to be adaptable and flexible.

  • Some of these job roles involve travelling as Apprentices may work at different sites so you will need to have your own personal transport to get to work or site each day.

  • All of these job roles involve dealing with the general public on a day-to-day basis so Apprentices must be presentable and have a polite and courteous manner.

  • The ability to work as part of a team and independently is important.

  • Good self-discipline and timekeeping are essential.

  • Apprentices need to be enthusiastic with a positive attitude and a keen interest in working in the gas industry.


Personal Qualities :

  • Candidates will need to show the ability to work in a team. 

  • Applicants will need to demonstrate an interest and enthusiasm to work outdoors.

  • No previous work experience required.



Skills Required :

  • Will need to have your own transport to get to depot/site for work.

  • Applicants must possess a high degree of manual dexterity demonstrated through the use of hand tools and will be expected to undertake a practical assessment.



Future Prospects : For the right individual, this Intermediate Level Apprenticeship can provide a springboard to an exciting career in the gas industry.

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