Plumbing Apprenticeship - Cork

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We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.  
  

About your team:  

We’re the pride of Ireland. Bord Gáis Energy have been powering the nation’s homes and businesses for almost 40 years. But now, we’re so much more than just gas and electric. Through our unique combination of household heroes and energy assets, we’re at the heart of the energy transition in Ireland, strengthening the country’s energy security and helping customers get ready for a net zero future.

About Your Role

Step into a career where your curiosity, determination, and appetite for hands‑on learning really count. As a Plumbing Apprentice, you’ll play a vital role in helping households enjoy reliable, efficient heating - while building a future‑ready skillset you can be genuinely proud of.

Whether you’re changing direction, starting fresh, or looking for a role with real purpose, this is your chance to grow. What matters most is your drive to learn, your problem‑solving spark, and your commitment to doing great work with care and confidence.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll combine practical workplace experience with mandatory off-the-job training. You’ll develop the skills, knowledge and practical experience needed to thrive. You'll develop the skills and experience needed to install, maintain and repair plumbing and heating systems - from everyday domestic work through to emerging technologies such as heat pumps, solar hot water systems, smart heating controls and full heating system installations. You’ll learn how to keep systems running safely and at their best, bringing older systems back to life and making smart upgrades that boost performance. With the support of experienced engineers, you’ll build the confidence, capability, and know-how to make a real difference from day one.

This is a role where you'll make a real impact. You'll be out in the community, meeting customers, solving problems, and keeping homes safe and warm. No two days are the same - from fixing faults and maintaining plumbing and heating systems, to installing new technologies and helping customers run their systems more efficiently and reduce energy use. Every job is a chance to make a real difference.

If you’re looking for a career with purpose, progression, and hands‑on learning - and you want to feel supported as you grow - this could be your next step. Bring your ambition. Bring your curiosity. We’ll help you turn it into a career that makes a difference.

Here's what we’re looking for: 

• You must be based in, or close to Cork

• Minimum of five passes at Leaving Certificate level, including Mathematics

• A valid full driving licence permitting the holder to drive in Ireland

• Ability to travel between customer and work locations as required

• Genuine interest in learning the plumbing trade and developing a long-term technical career

• Comfortable carrying out practical work and using hand and power tools

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and learn from experienced engineers.
• A willingness to take responsibility for your learning and successfully complete all workplace and off-the-job training and assessments.
• Flexibility to attend mandatory off-the-job training at an assigned education or training location anywhere in Ireland. This may require travel and periods away from home

Here’s what's in it for you:

• The opportunity to complete a nationally recognised Plumbing apprenticeship and become a qualified plumber.

• Starting salary of €15,531 rising to €23,049 at 1 year, €34,573 at 2 years, & €41,487 after 3 years of your apprenticeship, with other add ons on top.

• Structured workplace learning and support from experienced engineers throughout your apprenticeship.
• Practical experience across plumbing, heating systems and newer low-carbon technologies.
• Opportunities to build your knowledge of heat pumps, smart heating controls and other technologies that support Ireland’s transition towards net zero.
• Access to a range of Bord Gáis Energy and Centrica employee benefits.

As you near completion, you may have the opportunity to apply for a permanent Heating Engineer or Service Engineer role. Successful candidates will receive further training to support progression towards becoming a qualified Gas Engineer, with opportunities to develop additional skills in heat pumps and other low-carbon technologies that support our net zero ambitions.

Please note: We receive a high volume of applications for our apprenticeship opportunities and may close this advert early if enough applications are received. To avoid missing out, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Bord Gáis Energy is committed to placing equality, diversity, care and respect at the heart of our policies and everyday practices. We encourage everyone to take part in our active employee networks, including the Women’s Network, REACH, the Neurodiversity Network and BRÓD. Our vision is to employ a diverse mix of people who reflect the communities we work in and the customers we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives.

Why should you apply?   
  
We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.  
  
https://www.morethanacareer.energy/bordgais 

If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.    
 

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