Commercial Gas Service Engineer
£44k-£47k doe
North West England
About Us
With 35 years of trading experience, my client has grown into a trusted name in mechanical and electrical building services. As a certified Corporation, we’re driven by purpose as much as profit – investing in their people, their clients, and the planet.
They deliver commercial projects and maintenance services for a wide range of clients, including :
- Schools & universities
- Public buildings & offices
- Factories & warehouses
- Healthcare facilities
Why Join
At my client, they don’t just deliver projects – they deliver purpose. They are a values-led business that puts people and places first, and we’re proud to be part of the global movement.
If you want to be part of a company that combines engineering excellence with a commitment to sustainability, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role
As a Commercial Gas Service Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out planned preventive maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, fault-finding, and installation works on a wide range of commercial gas appliances and heating systems.
This is a field-based role, working independently and as part of a wider team, ensuring compliance with industry standards, health and safety regulations, and company procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Servicing & Maintenance
- Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) on a range of commercial gas appliances, plant, and heating systems.
- Complete annual servicing and safety checks in line with Gas Safe and manufacturer standards.
- Maintain accurate service logs and ensure compliance certificates are completed correctly.
Repairs & Fault Diagnosis
- Respond promptly to reactive breakdowns and emergency call-outs.
- Diagnose faults on boilers, pipework, burners, pumps, and associated controls.
- Repair or replace defective components quickly and effectively to minimise downtime.
Installations & Commissioning
- Assist with or lead the installation, testing, and commissioning of new commercial gas plant, appliances, and associated systems.
- Ensure all installations comply with current regulations and company quality standards.
- Provide clients with handover demonstrations and clear operational guidance.
Compliance & Safety
- Complete all works in accordance with Gas Safe, HSE, and company safety policies.
- Understand and work to company risk assessments and method statements.
- Test and issue relevant certification (e.g. CP15, CP16, CP17, CP42) for completed works.
- Report immediately any unsafe conditions or near misses to management.
Client Interaction & Reporting
- Represent the company professionally on client sites, maintaining positive relationships.
- Provide clear technical explanations to clients, ensuring they understand the condition of their plant and recommended solutions.
- Accurately complete job reports, timesheets, and service records using company CRM / CAFM systems.
Teamwork & Communication
- Liaise with the scheduling / operations team to plan and prioritise workloads effectively.
- Work alongside electrical, refrigeration, and HVAC colleagues on multidisciplinary projects.
- Support and mentor apprentices or junior engineers when required.
Stock & Equipment Management
- Maintain van stock levels, ordering replacement parts and materials in good time.
- Ensure all tools, equipment, and PPE are kept in good working condition and calibrated as required.
- Keep the company vehicle clean, roadworthy, and compliant with company policies.
Continuous Improvement
- Keep up to date with new legislation, products, and technologies in the gas and HVAC industry.
- Provide feedback to management on recurring issues or opportunities for efficiency improvements.
- Take part in training courses, toolbox talks, and company development programmes.
Other Duties
- Participate in a well paid standby / call-out rota to provide 24 / 7 cover, likely to be 1 in 7.
- Travel to multiple client sites across the region.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is client-focused, technically skilled, and takes pride in delivering quality service.
Essential
- ACS Commercial Gas qualifications (e.g. CODNCO1, CIGA1, CORT1, ICPN1, TPCP1A).
- Proven experience servicing and maintaining commercial boilers and gas appliances.
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively.
- Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and safe systems of work.
Desirable
- Additional HVAC or electrical experience (F-Gas, 18th Edition, etc)
- Experience working with BMS / controls systems.
- Knowledge of renewable energy systems (heat pumps, hybrid solutions).
- Previous CAFM / CRM system experience.
- Willingness to undertake overtime when required.
What’s in it for you?
We believe in rewarding our people fairly and supporting their wellbeing.
- Private healthcare
- 32 days holiday (including bank holidays and your birthday off)
- Royal London pension (salary sacrifice)
- Simply Health cashback plan
- Death in service cover
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Career development opportunities in a growing company
If this sounds like you please send George your cv in the first instance