Thermal Production Technician Apprentice

About the Role

Base Location:  Keadby (North Lincolnshire)

Salary: £15,782 plus a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: 4 years | Full Time | Fixed Term Contract 

Start date:  7th September, 2026

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

About the role:

Are you ready for a hands-on, fulfilling career where no two days are the same?  Our Production Technician Apprenticeship offers an exciting opportunity to work within SSE Thermal as we seek to become the leading provider of flexible thermal energy in a net zero world. Transforming high-carbon generation assets to low-carbon whilst ensuring a Just Transition for our people.

What to Expect: 

Keadby - Home of two CCGT power stations. Keadby 1 entered operation in 1996 whilst Keadby 2, the world’s most efficient plant of its type entered commercial operation in 2023. Plans to further develop the site include Keadby 3, a carbon capture power station and Keadby Next Generation which could be one of the world’s first hydrogen-fired power stations

• Qualifications: Our Technical Apprenticeship Programme is a structured four-year journey designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience needed to become a qualified Technician. You will gain the following qualification
• Level 3 Process Industry Manufacturing Technician: Process Operator
• Hands On Experience: As a Production Technician Apprentice, you’ll be part of an expert team.   You’ll gain invaluable operational problem-solving skills and develop the technical expertise needed to become a qualified Production Technician.
• On the Job Training: Alongside attending college you'll undertake hands-on work-based learning, where you’ll apply your academic knowledge in real-world settings.  Working alongside experienced professionals, you’ll develop key operational and technical skills, tackle practical challenges, and gain invaluable industry experience. 
• Future Career: By the end of the programme, you'll have developed the expertise and confidence to take the next step in your career as a qualified Production Technician.
• Flexibility: You’ll be site-based.

What You’ll Gain

• Industry-recognised qualification 
• Hands-on experience in a vital sector 
• Skills to build a rewarding career in energy 
• The opportunity to contribute to the UK’s NET ZERO goals 

What We're Looking For 

If you’re ready to kick-start a career in engineering and make a real impact, we want to hear from you! 

We’re committed to recruiting the best future talent for our sector—because we know that potential isn’t just about qualifications. While you don’t need any prior experience to apply, we are looking for individuals who bring enthusiasm, a strong work ethic, and a passion for what we do at SSE. 

• Curiosity & Interest – A keen interest in engineering, how things work, and the vital role SSE plays in powering communities. 
• Safety & Values – An appreciation of our core values, especially safety, and the motivation to perform at your best. 
• Team Player Mindset – The ability to collaborate and work effectively with others. 
• Hands-On Approach – Enjoy working outdoors, using tools, and getting stuck into practical tasks. 
• Driving Commitment – While not essential at the start, it’s beneficial if you're learning to drive or already hold a licence. By the end of the programme, you’ll be expected to have a full UK driving licence. 

Please note that this role will predominantly be shift based work once the college element has concluded. The successful candidate will be required to work 12-hour shifts including day shift and nightshift.

For the college element, this is to be based at HETA Hull.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online by, 11pm on Tuesday, 23rd June  and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

We ask you to complete only one application during the apprentice and trainee recruitment cycle. If we feel there is a more suitable programme for you, we’ll let you know during the application process.

We welcome applications from all candidates and during the recruitment process, all candidates are required to prove they have the legal right to live and work in the UK for the full duration of the programme. The apprentice and trainee programmes are not eligible for visa sponsorship as they do not meet the minimum requirements of the Home Office.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact apprenticesandtrainees@sse.com

EXTERNAL: Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

INTERNAL: As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.

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