Smart Meter Apprentice

Location: Field Based in Portsmouth

Can you see yourself in an active role while helping to achieve Zero Carbon Living?

Are you a practical learner? You can become a qualified Smart Meter Engineer while working and training on the job

Do you prefer to be on the move and help our customers in person rather than stuck in front of a computer screen? You'll meet different people every day while having autonomy over your own work.

If this sounds like something you'd be keen on, please read on We don't even need to see your CV - no matter your background, past experience, age or gender, we've worked hard to create an environment which is exciting & comfortable for everybody & we'd love to hear from you

**We're making zero carbon happen**

We're OVO Group, a big family of companies united by a single vision: to get to zero carbon, fast.

We call this Plan Zero - and it shows how we'll be fighting the climate crisis and transforming the way people use energy over the next decade. To do this, we need the sharpest minds. Are you up for the challenge?

**Do great green things with OVO Energy**

So much has changed since we launched in 2009. Our goal remains the same though: make energy cheaper, greener, and simpler. Just as it was on day one.

**Everyone belongs at OVO**

Our aim is to build a diverse and inclusive movement: teams of brilliant people, with unique talents, skills, passions, and experiences.

We encourage everyone to join us, whatever your gender identity, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, life experience, or background. So please come as you are - we can't wait to meet you.

**Where in the world of OVO will I be working?**

We're offering an exciting opportunity to start a new career as a Smart Energy Engineer. As an Apprentice Engineer, you'll be working at customers homes delivering a service we can be proud of and helping us achieve our mission of driving progress towards net zero carbon living.

At OVO, we want to work towards zero carbon living by giving people a tangible understanding of their carbon footprint and clear ways to reduce it, using technology to drive progress. Field Services is right at the centre of providing customers with the inspiration, information,products and tools they need to take their homes and cars on the journey to zero carbon.

**What will I be doing?**

You'll join us as a Smart Energy Engineer Apprentice, ready to take advantage of the opportunities provided to develop your skills. Your apprenticeship will last for a minimum one year, during which time you will gain recognised transferable skills and qualifications.

As part of a 53 week Apprenticeship programme we'll support you through your initial 20 week training period, half of which will be spent at one of our top training academies. You'll learn and obtain experience in the fundamentals of installing smart, gas and electric meters and associated equipment, providing energy efficiency advice - and helping our customers make the most of their new technology. You'll then partner with an experienced OVO Engineer who will mentor you on the job to get you started on the path to becoming a fully qualified and brilliant Smart Energy Engineer.

Upon completion of your training and mentoring you'll continue your 53 week Apprenticeship working live, installing meters into the homes of 1000's of our customers whilst completing your apprenticeship portfolio Laying the foundations for a smarter grid that will enable the coordination and control of millions of connected devices, creating a fully flexible and decentralised future energy system.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Being a passionate advocate of Ovo's Plan Zero and energy efficiency, you'll deliver the highest possible level of customer satisfaction by becoming a brand ambassador, understanding how you can make a difference.
- Engaging with our customers on the benefits of smart meters including how to monitor and reduce their energy consumption.
- Committed to learning and achieving a Diploma in Smart Metering Dual Fuel, and associated qualifications.
- With support and coaching from mentors and your Manager you will continue to develop and document your progress along the way.
- You'll be responsible for the whole customer experience, starting with ensuring you have the right materials stocked in your van, a proactive approach to pre-visit communication, whilst utilising strong technical skills to deliver exceptional service, getting it right the first time.
- Adapt working methods to Installing Smart metering systems in a range of Customer environments. Identify where situations or conditions are to unsafe standards and take appropriate actions.
- Always look for opportunities to work collaboratively with your peers and colleagues whilst having a flexible and responsive approach to ensure we always deliver on our customers' needs.
- Carry out risk assessments to ensure safety of yourself, customer and their property. Use tools, equipment and PPE in a