Governor Maintenance Trainee

Job Title: Governor Maintenance Trainee
Location: Greater Belfast, Field-Based (full-time)
Salary: £27,500 - £32,700 per annum + on-target annual bonus of 6-9%
Hours: 37 hours per week
Duration: Permanent, Full-Time
Closing Date: 4pm 25th February 2026

Please note, this employer does not offer sponsorship. You must therefore already
have the permanent right to work in the UK.

About the Role
Apple Recruitment Services are delighted to be recruiting for a Governor Maintenance
Trainee to join a well-established engineering team responsible for the safe and reliable
operation of gas distribution equipment and assets.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist technical skills through a structured
programme of mentored, hands-on work alongside external training and assessment. The
successful candidate will work towards a recognised vocational qualification and future
progression to a Governor Maintenance Craftsperson / Technician role.
You will support the maintenance, operation and emergency repair of pressure control
equipment, safety devices, customer metering and telemetry systems across the distribution
network.

What You'll Be Doing
You will gain practical experience across a wide range of engineering and operational
activities, including:
Commissioning, maintaining, testing, servicing, repairing and replacing gas network
and customer pressure control and metering equipment
Supporting the upkeep of associated safety devices and remote telemetry monitoring
systems
Participating in live gas operations using safe systems of work
Responding to emergencies and taking part in out-of-hours standby on a rota basis
Supporting plant and asset protection activities
Working collaboratively with colleagues, contractors and partner organisations
Participating in ongoing training and development to build technical and safety
competence

What We're Looking For
Essential
Gas Safe Registration (GSR) for core domestic or commercial gas safety
Minimum 1 year hands-on plant or mechanical maintenance experience OR 2 years
working within an engineering environment
Experience working in line with safe systems of work, procedures and processes
Full valid driving licence
Strong safety awareness and professional approach to work
Good organisational skills with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
Ability to work effectively as part of a small team
Good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at Grade C or above
GSR for testing or emergency
Relevant NVQ Level 2 engineering qualification (or equivalent)
Experience responding to equipment or system faults
Practical mechanical aptitude

What You'll Gain
Structured training and mentoring
Opportunity to achieve a recognised vocational qualification
Clear pathway for progression within engineering
Performance-related bonus
Supportive team environment focused on safety, professionalism and continuous
improvement

How to Apply:
If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft Word
format to Patricia at
Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date, including full employment
history, academic achievements, and contact details.
Only applicants meeting the essential criteria will be considered.
Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer