Commercial Gas Engineer

Government Facility Services Ltd; March; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities maintenance service provider in March is seeking a Commercial Gas Engineer to join their Facilities Maintenance Team at a high-security prison. You will be responsible for maintaining safety systems and supporting gas safety operations while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate requires appropriate gas safety qualifications and at least two years of experience in a related field. This role offers a competitive benefits package including holidays and additional rewards.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Death in Service at 4x salary

Private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Core domestic gas safety qualifications CCN1 and relevant domestic appliance units.
• Core commercial gas safety certificate COCN1 and relevant commercial units.
• Two years of experience in a heating or combustion engineering role.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team to maintain and service gas-related systems.
• Support gas safety operations according to safety certificates.
• Engage in reactive maintenance, fault finding, and installations.

Job description

Overview

Job Role: Commercial Gas Engineer
Location: HMP Whitemoor, Longhill Road, March PE15 0PR
Salary: £41,818.21
Contract: Full Time/Permanent

We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our Facilities Maintenance Team at HMP Whitemoor, a high-security male prison. The team works collectively to maintain a safe and secure environment for prisoners, staff, and visitors.

HMP Whitemoor operates like a self-contained city and relies on a large team to keep the facility functioning. The Facilities Maintenance Team contributes to smooth and safe operations that impact the wider prison community.

Role Summary

As a Commercial Gas Engineer, you will work with a team of trades professionals (Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, Administrators, and others) who are committed to making a positive difference by providing a safe and secure environment.

If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to support rehabilitation and positive change, we encourage you to apply and join the team in delivering secure and rehabilitative environments.

GFSL is a Ministry of Justice business delivering essential services to HMPPS. The role requires appropriate gas safety qualifications for domestic and commercial units as detailed below.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to maintain and service gas-related systems and safety equipment.
• Support gas safety operations in line with domestic and commercial requirements and relevant safety certificates.
• Engage in reactive maintenance, fault finding, installation, testing and commissioning where applicable.
• Adhere to Water Supply Regulations and Control of Legionella L8 requirements where relevant.
• Contribute to a safe, secure environment for prisoners and staff and support broader facility operations.

Qualifications

• CCN1 - Core domestic gas safety and relevant domestic appliance units
• COCN1 - Core commercial gas safety certificate and relevant commercial units
• Two years of experience in a role as a heating engineer, combustion engineer, or equivalent
• Plumber qualifications to C&G 6035 (Plumbing), C&G 6189 (Plumbing & Heating) and NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing or equivalent; or NVQ Level 2 with substantial relevant experience
• Familiarity with Water Supply Regulations and Legionella L8 requirements
• Experience in reactive maintenance, fault finding and resolution, installations, testing and commissioning

Benefits

Holidays: 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, with a range of non-contractual benefits (including Death in Service at 4x salary, private GP consultations, and an Employee Assistance Programme). Additional financial rewards and retailer discounts may apply.

Working at GFSL

You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive and inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and opportunities to develop your skills. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and to providing career progression opportunities for all.

Future context

GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that FM services will in the future be delivered by private sector providers. Following a procurement process, GFSL’s services will transfer to private sector providers no sooner than August 2027.

Company Values

Pride in People. Do the Right Thing. One Team. We are ISO 9001 certified.