Gas Network Craftsperson

The apprenticeship standard and suitable for an apprentice employed by organisations authorised to transport gas throughout the United Kingdom. Organisations may vary from very large companies who own and operate networks that supply towns and cities across a wide geographical area, through to small companies who own independent networks that supply small housing developments.

Five GCSE’s at grade C/4 or above including maths, English, and sciences, or equivalent level 2 qualifications.

The employer will need to mentor the apprentice and provide specialist training as required throughout the apprenticeship. The employer will also be required to attend regular progress review meetings with the apprentice and the college Assessor.

The apprentice will be expected to demonstrate self-discipline, and be polite and courteous professional to all customers, stakeholders, and members of the public as appropriate. The apprentice will always demonstrate a safety-first approach and accept accountability when undertaking individual or team tasks. A quality focus and professional approach in-work, whilst adhering to high personal standards will also need to be maintained.

The apprentice will complete a level 3 engineering technical qualification that includes maths and science principles, mechanical and electrical engineering skills, fluid power systems, and implementing engineering projects.

A range of assessment methods will be completed throughout the apprenticeship including, assignments, knowledge tests, work-placed observations and report writing. The apprentice will also need to complete an End Point Assessment at the end of the apprenticeship to be able to achieve the apprenticeship standard.

Attendance at college is required to complete practical skills training and the completion of a level 3 technical qualification. Work-based observations and assessments will also by completed as part of the apprentices training.

There is no specialist equipment required for college attendance, but full PPE will be required and relevant stationary to complete college/assignment work. Full details will be provided on entry to the apprenticeship as part of the induction process.

The apprentice will be able to progress on to a higher or degree apprenticeship on completion of the Gas Network Craftsperson apprenticeship standard.

The apprentice will be suitable for a Gas Network Craftsperson or Technician role.

You may already have someone in your organisation or someone has come to you direct asking for an apprenticeship, but if you don’t we have a free recruitment service to help you hire the best candidate for your organisation from our talent pool and external advertising through social media and the national apprenticeship services website

If you are an employer and you would like to know more, please email businessenquiries@derby-college.ac.uk or call 01332 387421