Combustion Engineer

PPM Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FM and Maintenance company in the North West is seeking a skilled Combustion Engineer to support critical heating and hot-water systems. You will deliver first-line reactive support, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and build strong relationships with clients. Candidates must have an ACS certification and relevant experience in HVAC operations. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment, ongoing professional development, and opportunities to impact high-profile projects.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Stable working environment

Influence service improvements

Qualifications

• Valid ACS certification covering core safety and gas appliances.
• Experience in a similar engineering role.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC and gas equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide reactive support to critical heating and hot-water plant.
• Reset critical plant after power outages.
• Ensure compliance of company-issued tools.

Skills

HVAC and gas equipment operation

Risk assessments

Communication skills

Gas appliances safety

Education

ACS certification

Job description

Combustion Engineer - Manchester

A leading FM and Maintenance company in the North West is seeking a skilled Combustion Engineer. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to work on critical heating and hot‑water systems while ensuring the highest standards of safety and compliance. Projects include offices, shopping centres, schools, etc.

Responsibilities

• Deliver first‑line reactive support to critical heating and hot‑water plant, including gas pipework, occasionally outside normal working hours.
• Safely enable and reset critical plant following power outages.
• Ensure all company‑issued tools are PAT‑tested and fully compliant with regulations.
• Support local financial control across reactive and essential repairs to maintain project efficiency.
• Build strong, productive relationships with colleagues and clients to ensure exceptional service delivery.

About You

• A valid ACS certification covering core safety and gas appliances, plus experience in a similar engineering role.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC and gas equipment operation, maintenance, and repair.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for clear and effective interaction.
• Proven experience completing risk assessments and method statements accurately.
• A proactive approach to improving plant performance, service quality, and compliance with health and safety standards.

Benefits

• A stable, well‑supported working environment with meaningful operational challenges.
• Opportunities to lead initiatives and influence service improvements.
• Hands‑on experience that supports ongoing professional development.
• The chance to make a genuine impact across high‑profile, critical projects.

David @ PPM Recruitment on (phone number removed)

Job Info

Job Title: Combustion Engineer

Company: PPM Recruitment

Location:

Posted:

Closes: Jan 8th 2026

Sector: Construction

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

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