Gas mains layers install and maintain pipelines that supply homes and businesses with gas.
£24,000 - £38,000
37 to 39 a week (between 8am and 6pm)
You'll need:
You can get into this job through:
You could get into this job through a Gas Industry Network Operative Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship.
This can take around 2 years to complete. You'll do on-the-job training and spend time with a college or training provider.
You'll usually need:
You can apply directly to gas distribution companies for trainee positions. Most employers will expect you to have some GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), including English, maths and science or engineering.
Experience and qualifications in construction, roadworks, building services engineering or plumbing can be helpful.
You can also move into mains laying after working on other utility networks, like electricity and water.
You can find out more about careers in the gas industry from Energy & Utilities Jobs.
As a gas mains layer, you'll:
Your working environment may be physically demanding and outdoors in all weathers.
You may need to wear protective clothing.
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