Your energy, oil & gas job questions, answered
Yes, 86% of employers in these areas are planning on recruiting staff over the next 12 months. If you're looking for a new opportunity and feel like your skills and experience could see you thrive in a new role, why not take a look at our Salary Checker for 2022 for more insights?
Gas engineer jobs require an industry qualification such as an NVQ or Diploma and a gas safe registration. Doing an apprenticeship is an alternative option. Energy engineering jobs require a bachelor's degree in engineering or a scientific subject or you could complete a higher or degree apprenticeship.
Gas engineer jobs require practical skills for installing, repairing, and maintaining equipment. Other skills needed include customer service, attention to detail, problem-solving, and being able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device. To pursue an energy engineer career, you will need knowledge in maths, building and construction, science, and technology. You will also need to show competency in analytical thinking, attention to detail, using your initiative, and using the main software packages on a computer.
Gas and energy engineering jobs vary in pay depending on your level of experience. The salary of a gas engineer ranges between £18,000 to £38,000 per annum while an energy engineer can earn between £20,000 to £50,000. To discover more about salary trends within this engineering space, see our Salary Checker for 2022.
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