Gas Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and safety‑conscious Gas Engineer to join our team in the North East, delivering high‑quality gas servicing, repairs and installations across social housing stock. The role involves ensuring all gas appliances and systems are safe, compliant and fit for continued use.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, repairs and installations of domestic gas appliances including boilers, cookers and fires.
• Diagnose faults and complete remedial works efficiently and safely.
• Perform landlord gas safety inspections and issue CP12 certificates.
• Respond to emergency call‑outs and urgent repairs as required.
• Record all work using handheld devices or job‑management systems.
• Liaise with tenants, housing officers and internal teams to ensure clear communication.
• Maintain van stock levels and order materials.
• Identify and report safeguarding concerns or property hazards.
• Collaborate with other trades on multi‑skill jobs and support apprentices or junior engineers.

Required profile

• City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Gas Installation and Maintenance.
• Valid ACS certification (e.g., CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1).
• Experience in domestic boiler servicing, fault diagnosis and installation.
• Good understanding of electrical safe isolation and basic wiring principles.
• Knowledge of current gas safety legislation and compliance standards.
• Experience in social housing or local authority environments (preferred).
• Excellent communication skills and a customer‑focused approach.

Required skills

• City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 Gas Installation and Maintenance.
• ACS certification (CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1).
• Boiler servicing and fault diagnosis.
• Installation of gas appliances.
• Electrical safe isolation and basic wiring.
• Use of handheld devices/digital job‑management systems.

What we offer

• Annual salary up to £39,595.28.
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Potential earnings exceeding £50,000.
• Full‑time permanent contract – 42.5 hrs/week, Monday‑Friday with 24‑hour call‑out commitment.