Vital Energi Apprenticeship Programme - Technical

Working alongside your supervisor/mentor you will:

Developing knowledge and understanding of  building services design principles electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems within a building Using project management systems during the construction process in order to ensure projects are delivered on time and to budget Working alongside the commercial team to understand contractual agreements, review the financial performance of a project and support the procurement process Understanding H&S requirements and how to comply with safe working practices Managing day to day activities on site which are relevant to your skills, training and experience Assisting testing and commissioning activities on site Producing technical reports using engineering terminology Developing your communication skills by delivering Health & Safety tool box talks, liasing dealing with sub-contractors and producing project reports

Training:
You will study a Level 3 Building Services Engineering Technician 2022 qualification The qualification will be delivered by United Colleges Group, London You will attend college on a day release programme

Training Outcome:
You will have the opportunity to gain experience learning and working alongside a team of experienced designers, project managers, engineers and commercial managers

Employer Description:

Vital Energi has secured a landmark £250 million contract to support London Gatwick Airport’s major decarbonisation programme, a transformative initiative designed to help the airport achieve net‑zero emissions for its own operations by 2030. The five‑year programme will see Vital Energi deliver large‑scale upgrades to Gatwick’s energy infrastructure, replacing natural‑gas‑based systems with zero‑carbon heating solutions, including advanced heat‑pump technology. The project spans around 50 airport buildings, covering both the North and South Terminals as well as engineering facilities and office spaces, making it one of the most significant airport decarbonisation schemes in the UK.

The company is opposed to all forms of discrimination and will select for employment, training and promotion on the basis of suitability for the job and/ or merit. It is company policy that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment than another on the grounds of sexual orientation, race, colour, age, ethnic or national origins, political affiliations, religious beliefs, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership, gender reassignment, physical disability or is disadvantaged by unjustifiable conditions or requirements. Only applicants who are legally entitled to work in the UK and are currently resident in the UK are invited to apply.



Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, between 8.00am - 5.00pm - start/finish times will vary depending on department.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative


  • Location:
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: UNITED COLLEGES GROUP
  • Posted: 02-Feb-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk