4 on 4 off Gas Technician - Yorkshire and Humber region

Together Housing; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Health benefits

Cycle to work

Vehicle leasing

Financial advice

Staff networks

Job summary

Together Housing Group in Wakefield area seeks a Gas Technician to repair heating and hot water systems across tenanted and vacant properties, on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern in the Yorkshire and Humber region. Applicants should hold ACS accreditations and a City & Guilds Gas Maintenance certificate (NVQ Level 3), possess a full UK driving licence, and bring strong safety and customer service skills.

The role offers a starting salary of £43,109, a fully equipped van, pension, health benefits and

Qualifications

• Experience repairing and maintaining heating and hot water systems.
• ACS accreditations CCN1, CENWAT1, CKR1, HTR1, CPA1, UDHW are essential.
• City and Guilds Gas Maintenance or NVQ Level 3 is required.
• Full Manual UK Driving Licence is essential.
• Renewable energy system experience (heat pumps) is a plus as gas stock is transitioning.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs on heating and hot water systems in tenanted and vacant properties.
• Work to job tickets, opti-time slots, specifications and drawings.
• Aim for Right First Time, completing repairs in one visit when possible.
• Keep required records and prepare gas certificates.
• Undertake risk assessments and protect health, safety and welfare.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Health & safety knowledge

Problem solving

Education

ACS CCN1 CENWAT1 CKR1 HTR1 CPA1 UDHW

City and Guilds Gas Maintenance NVQ Level 3

Full Manual UK Driving Licence

Job description

We are currently seeking Gas Technicians (4 on 4 off shift pattern) to join our busy team. You'll work across the Yorkshire and Humber region, with a current focus on South Yorkshire, helping to make a positive difference in our communities and delivering excellent services to our customers.

In this exciting role you will be responsible for carrying out all types of repairs on heating and hot water systems to both tenanted and vacant properties in accordance with job tickets, opti-time appointment slots, specifications, contract drawings, and applicable regulations. This includes adhering to good practice, building regulations, and safety standards to ensure high-quality and compliant work. Furthermore, the position requires the efficient completion of tasks, typically during a single visit, while also offering support to trainees and apprentices, as well as handling materials, equipment, and company vehicles in a responsible manner.

Together Housing Group: We are one of the largest housing associations in the North of England, managing over 38,000 homes across the North of England. We are a non-profit organisation, meaning any money we make is invested back into the company for the benefit of our residents and local communities.

Diversity & Inclusion: As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We would therefore welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident employer. Further information can be found at this link - Equality and diversity - Together Housing Group

Outline of key responsibilities for the Gas Technician…

• To carry out all types of repairs on heating and hot water systems to both tenanted and vacant properties in accordance with job tickets, opti-time appointment slots, specifications and contract drawings, to good practice, Building Regulations etc as appropriate and applicable.
• To carry out work with an ethos of “Right First Time” always completing a repair where practicable in one visit, with good quality workmanship and good standard of performance.
• To keep records such as required by either paper or electronic equivalent version, as required.
• You will be required to undertake measurement and quantification and procure materials requirements.
• To carry out all work with a high regard to customer care and customer satisfaction including ensuring that work is carried out protecting tenants furniture and belongings as appropriate through the use dustsheets etc, cleaning up afterwards, being polite friendly and helpful at all times and liaising with customers in a caring and sympathetic manner To undertake your duties with respect to customers and in accordance with our codes of conduct and service standards.
• To carry out appropriate risk assessments prior to commencement of work. Ensure that all reasonable steps are taken to protect the health, safety and welfare of you, tenants, work colleagues and members of the public
• You will be expected to be able to rationally diagnose a course of action to problem solve repairs without excessive use of either materials or time.
• As part of the bigger team of technicians you will be expected to multi skill and undertake other trade functions in particularly related to prime Gas jobs

We are looking for someone who has…

• A Full Manual UK Driving License
• ACS accreditations, CCN1, CENWAT1, CKR1, HTR1, CPA1, UDHW
• City and Guilds Craft Certificate in Gas Maintenance or equivalent (NVQ Level 3)
• Experience of repairs and maintenance on renewable energy systems such as heat pumps would be an advantage as we are currently transitioning much of our gas stock over to more sustainable heating systems in line with our carbon reduction strategy, a desire to develop your skillset in this area is essential.
• Experience of working competently in all disciplines normally expected of a qualified Gas Technician working in building repairs and maintenance.
• Experience of installation, fault finding and servicing on domestic gas appliances and central heating systems.
• Experience of maximising number of jobs completed and repairs completed in one visit.
• Sound working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and how it impacts on the way building repairs are carried out.
• Experience working directly with customers, and excellent customer service skills.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills are essential for accurately and thoroughly completing job tickets, time sheets, gas certificates, and other related documentation.

Benefits

In return, we are offering the successful candidate in the Gas Technician role…

• Starting salary of £43,109
• This role works on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern. Monday to Fridays will be 8am-8pm and Weekends 7.5 hours between 8am-5pm
• You will share a fully equipped van with another employee of the same trade, and it will be your responsibility to hand over your vehicle at the end of your four day shift.
• Attractive pension scheme
• Health and wellbeing benefits including access to GPs
• A range of financial and lifestyle benefits including cycle to work, vehicle leasing and financial advice
• We have a range of staff support networks, including menopause, culturally diverse, LGBTQ+ and disability.
• To view the full range of our award winning benefits click on the Employee Benefits Link

Due to the nature of the role involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post is subject to a Full Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.

Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.