Commercial Gas Engineer

Reed; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Hampshire is seeking a Commercial Gas & Plumbing Engineer. The role involves travel between various sites, focusing on PPM and reactive works in plumbing and gas systems, mainly in school environments. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000 and includes benefits such as on-call allowance, overtime rates, and support for ongoing training.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £50,000 per year

On-call allowance

Overtime rates

Company vehicle, mobile phone, and tablet device

22 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays

Private healthcare

Company pension

Company uniform

Full support and ongoing training

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Familiarity with school or catering environments is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Travel between various sites for PPM and reactive works.
• Perform maintenance, fault finding, and repairs in plumbing and gas systems.
• Install pipework, water heaters, and general plumbing systems.
• Attend breakdowns and participate in a shared 24/7 call-out rota.

Skills

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in a Mechanical/Plumbing discipline

Commercial/Domestic Gas Certifications

Knowledge of Air Source, AC, or Electrical systems

Experience with unvented hot water systems (G3)

Full UK Driving Licence

Strong communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Mechanical/Plumbing

Job description

Overview

• Commercial Gas & Plumbing Engineer
• Annual Salary: Up to £50,000
• Location: Hampshire
• Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Gas & Plumbing Engineer to support our Clients ongoing growth. This role involves a variety of planned and reactive tasks in plumbing, heating, in commercial settings, with a focus on schools and public buildings. The position requires travel across multiple sites in Hampshire, with some early starts and participation in a shared call-out rota.

Responsibilities

• Travel between various sites, primarily schools and commercial premises, to carry out a wide range of tasks including planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive works.
• Perform reactive maintenance, fault finding, and repairs in plumbing and gas systems.
• Install pipework, water heaters, TMVs, and general plumbing systems.
• Deliver PPM tasks with full documentation, such as servicing, valve checks, and safety inspections.
• Commission and test work on hot water and heating systems.
• Attend breakdowns and participate in a shared 24/7 call-out rota with door-to-door pay on weekends.
• Maintain accurate records via mobile devices/tablet software.
• Uphold high standards of safety and professionalism, especially in school environments.
• Collaborate with electrical and mechanical teams to support wider compliance and remedial works.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in a Mechanical/Plumbing discipline.
• Commercial/Domestic Gas Certifications: CCN1, CENWAT, CODNCCO1, CDGA1, CIGA1.
• Knowledge of Air Source, AC, or Electrical systems is beneficial.
• Experience with unvented hot water systems (G3).
• Experience in a similar role.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and confidence in client interactions.
• Familiarity with school or catering environments is beneficial.
• Electrical safety awareness or competency.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £50,000 per year.
• On-call allowance, 1 week in 4 currently
• Overtime rates including time and a half and double time options.
• Call-outs paid door-to-door during weekends and out-of-hours.
• Company vehicle, mobile phone, and tablet device provided.
• 22 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• Private healthcare (employee contribution required).
• Company pension.
• Company uniform.
• Full support and ongoing training.

How to apply

To apply for the Commercial Gas & Plumbing Engineer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.