Control and Instrumentation Degree Apprentice (Warwick)

NATIONAL GAS TRANSMISSION PLC

Warwick (CV34 6DA)

Closes in 23 days (Sunday 8 March 2026)

Posted on 11 February 2026

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Summary

As a C&I Degree Apprentice in Major Programmes, you’ll be based in our Warwick office and travel to sites nationwide. While studying at Aston University, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting upgrades and innovation that keep our energy network secure and help build a cleaner, sustainable future.

• Wage:

  £30,717 a year

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  Starting annual salary of £30,717, with annual performance-based increases.

• Training course: Control systems engineer (degree) (level 6)
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm. Our sites are located across the UK, so you’ll need to be comfortable with travel and overnight stays.

  37 hours a week

• Start date:

  Monday 7 September 2026

• Duration:

  4 years

• Positions available:

  1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

• You’ll study for your degree at Aston University while gaining hands on experience supporting the upgrades, construction and innovation that keep our network running
• You'll be supporting the planning and delivery of large scale work such as new compressor stations, control system upgrades, pipeline diversions and future focused projects like hydrogen and carbon capture infrastructure
• You'll learn how complex control and instrumentation systems are designed, installed and upgraded on major infrastructure projects

Where you'll work

National Grid House Warwick Technology Park
Gallows Hill
Warwick
CV34 6DA

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

ASTON UNIVERSITY

Training course

Control systems engineer (degree) (level 6)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

• Translate conceptual designs or technical specifications into operational process control systems.
• Select, use and apply approved problem-solving methods to solve complex problems and determine appropriate solutions such as Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, and Control (DMAIC), Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA), Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) and fishbone diagrams.
• Select the best method for collating and conveying complex information using a range of data sources and supporting documentation.
• Interpret and produce technical documentation such as schematic diagrams, project plans, fault reports or data analytics using company documentation systems and guidelines.
• Observe, record and draw accurate and auditable conclusions from data and or developmental or test evidence.
• Manage assigned projects or programmes of work, taking into account factors such as safety, quality, cost and performance criteria. Apply techniques and processes for project or programme management including escalation, audit or risk management and risk mitigation.
• Comply with statutory and organisational safety standards and requirements including supporting safety risk assessments and mitigating any risks identified within the control systems environment.
• Identify resources required to complete control system projects, project tasks or programmes of work, with consideration to factors such as cost, quality, safety, security, environmental impact as applicable to the activity.
• Create a project or work programme plan and develop activities in a logical process embedding mechanisms for adapting to changing circumstances or requirements.
• Demonstrate leadership when undertaking control system engineering activities such as system design, integration, operational simulation, installation, testing, pre commissioning, commissioning and maintenance of control systems.
• Ensure that all instrumentation has been correctly configured and calibrated before use.
• Identify areas for improvement and lead continuous improvement activities such as improving safety, quality, technology solutions, operational processes, training and development, equipment performance or cost key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Perform checks on control systems documentation to ensure it meets organisational compliance and traceability requirements. Report any non-conformances using the appropriate processes and procedures.
• Interpret key performance indicators and utilise improvement techniques or processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness such as lean or six sigma.
• Translate conceptual designs or technical specifications into operational process control systems.
• Select, use and apply approved problem-solving methods to solve complex problems and determine appropriate solutions such as Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, and Control (DMAIC), Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA), Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) and fishbone diagrams.
• Select the best method for collating and conveying complex information using a range of data sources and supporting documentation.
• Interpret and produce technical documentation such as schematic diagrams, project plans, fault reports or data analytics using company documentation systems and guidelines.
• Observe, record and draw accurate and auditable conclusions from data and or developmental or test evidence.
• Manage assigned projects or programmes of work, taking into account factors such as safety, quality, cost and performance criteria. Apply techniques and processes for project or programme management including escalation, audit or risk management and risk mitigation.
• Comply with statutory and organisational safety standards and requirements including supporting safety risk assessments and mitigating any risks identified within the control systems environment.
• Identify resources required to complete control system projects, project tasks or programmes of work, with consideration to factors such as cost, quality, safety, security, environmental impact as applicable to the activity.
• Create a project or work programme plan and develop activities in a logical process embedding mechanisms for adapting to changing circumstances or requirements.
• Demonstrate leadership when undertaking control system engineering activities such as system design, integration, operational simulation, installation, testing, pre commissioning, commissioning and maintenance of control systems.
• Ensure that all instrumentation has been correctly configured and calibrated before use.
• Identify areas for improvement and lead continuous improvement activities such as improving safety, quality, technology solutions, operational processes, training and development, equipment performance or cost key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Perform checks on control systems documentation to ensure it meets organisational compliance and traceability requirements. Report any non-conformances using the appropriate processes and procedures.
• Interpret key performance indicators and utilise improvement techniques or processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness such as lean or six sigma.

Training schedule

As a Control & Instrumentation Degree Apprentice, you’ll split your time between studying at Aston University and working within our Major Programmes team

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4 or above)
• Mathematics (grade 4 or above)
• Science (grade 4 or above)

Desirable qualifications

A Level in:

• Mathematics (grade C or above)
• Science (grade C or above)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team working
• Motivated
• Curious

Other requirements

• Our sites are located across the UK, so you’ll need to be comfortable with travel and overnight stays. This means that you’ll need to have a driving license by the time you would be joining us (September 2026).
• You'll need to have permanent right to work in the UK for the entirety of this programme, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. 
• As you’ll be working on Critical National Infrastructure, you’ll also need to pass enhanced National Security Vetting, meaning you’ll need to be able to provide a 5-year UK address history. Your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. 

About this employer

National Gas Transmission is the backbone of Britain’s energy system today and will play a leading role in the transition to a clean energy future that works for every home and business. We own and operate the national gas network, delivering energy to where it is needed in every part of the country.

Company benefits

• A generous holiday allowance of 26 days plus statutory bank holidays
• A generous pension scheme with a double-match contribution
• Professional development and career progression 

After this apprenticeship

• Your apprenticeship will finish with a dissertation and an End Point Assessment, giving you a professionally recognised qualification and real experience to launch your career

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

ASTON UNIVERSITY

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000014727.

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Closes in 23 days (Sunday 8 March 2026)

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