Gas Engineer

My client is looking for a Plumbing and Heating Engineer to ensure the safety and comfort of the client's tenants by delivering high-quality heating and plumbing services in compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out repairs, servicing, and installations of gas and wet heating systems.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing issues across the client's properties.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and Gas Safe guidance to ensure tenant safety.
• Collaborate with planners, service delivery teams, managers, and contractors to resolve customer service issues.
• Deliver excellent customer service in line with the client's standards.
• Maximise first-time fix rates by managing van stock and maintaining high-quality workmanship.
• Participate in an optional on-call rota to support emergency repairs 24/7, 365 days a year.
• Take ownership of personal development, staying up to date with legislation and technical updates.
• Monitor and improve personal performance based on feedback and objectives.
• Perform other duties appropriate to the role.
• Act as a role model for the client's values.

Performance Measures:

• Timely completion of jobs within corporate targets.
• Up-to-date gas and plumbing qualifications.
• Maintain productivity equivalent to completing eight jobs per day.

Person Specification:

Expertise:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in gas servicing, breakdown, or installation (including training).
• Preferably 3 years' plumbing experience (including training).
• Proficient with mobile working technology (e.g., tablets).
• Skilled in dynamic risk assessments.
• Strong communication skills (face-to-face and telephone).
• Ability to work methodically under pressure.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Adherence to regulations and industry standards.
• Self-motivated learner.
• Commitment to equality and diversity in service delivery.

Qualifications and Skills:

Essential:

• ACS Core Safety Assessment - CCN1
• Combustion Analysis - CPA1
• Cookers - CKR1
• Space Heaters - HTR1
• Central Heating - CEN1
• DHWSS (unvented cylinders) qualification
• Plumbing NVQ Level 2
• Full valid UK Driving Licence (business van provided)

Desirable:

• NVQ Level 3 in Gas and Mechanical Engineering
• Experience with commercial heating, LPG, renewable energies
• Asbestos Awareness and Water Regulations training
• Experience in the affordable housing sector

Additional Information:

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Work Area: Client properties and sites across Kent
• Working Hours: 42 hours/week
• Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• On-Call Rota: Optional, includes evenings and weekends
• DBS Check: Basic required