Commercial Gas Engineer

Unify; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Unify is seeking an experienced Gas Engineer for our Property & Facilities Support team in Bournemouth. The role offers permanent, full-time work with a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday, plus participation in an on-call rota.

You will work autonomously within a supportive, professional environment focused on safety and reliability. The position requires recognized commercial gas qualifications and proven multi-site maintenance experience across retail or commercial settings, with strong

Qualifications

• Must hold valid commercial gas qualifications (COCN1, CIGA1, CDGA1, TPCP1/1A).
• Experience with commercial heating systems and boilers.
• Experience in retail/commercial multi-site maintenance.
• Multi-trade capability in general building upkeep.
• Strong fault-finding and repair skills; customer-focused.
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Flexible mindset and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on commercial boilers and heating systems.
• Diagnose and resolve faults including lockouts, pressure issues, circulation faults.
• Service and repair gas appliances including warm air units and radiant tube heaters.
• Rectify gas-related issues such as pipework leaks, faulty valves, ignition or pilot failures; troubleshoot control systems.
• Carry out general building maintenance including basic electrical, carpentry, painting, minor fabrication.
• Manage work orders via mobile tech and internal systems; collaborate with planners/store managers; participate in on-call rota.

Skills

Fault-finding

Repair skills

Multi-trade

Interpersonal skills

Flexible mindset

Education

COCN1

CIGA1

CDGA1

TPCP1/1A

Tools

Gas service tools

Job description

Gas Engineer

Business Area: Property & Facilities Support

Location: Bournemouth and Surrounding Region

Employment Status: Permanent

Schedule: Full-Time, 40 Hours per Week (Monday through Friday) plus participation in an on-call rota

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced, qualified Gas Engineer to join our facilities team in Bournemouth. As a Gas Engineer, you will enjoy a high degree of daily independence while being backed by a supportive, collaborative group of professionals. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where variety is the norm and you are trusted to manage your schedule autonomously, this Gas Engineer position is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with long-term stability and a focus on safety.

Core Responsibilities

• You will uphold stringent health and safety protocols to ensure all completed tasks strictly adhere to regulatory and company standards.
• As a Gas Engineer, your primary technical duties involve carrying out planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, and small works across a diverse portfolio of commercial retail sites.
• In addition, this Gas Engineer role requires diagnosing and resolving faults on commercial boilers and heating systems, including lockouts, pressure issues, and circulation faults.
• You will service and repair a range of gas appliances, including warm air units and radiant tube heaters.
• As an active Gas Engineer, you will identify and rectify gas-related issues such as pipework leaks, faulty valves, and ignition or pilot failures, while troubleshooting and repairing control systems like thermostats, sensors, and actuators.
• You will also perform general building maintenance, including basic electrical, carpentry, painting, and minor fabrication, and utilize mobile technology and internal systems to manage work orders.
• Furthermore, a Gas Engineer will partner smoothly with planners, colleagues, and store managers, complete administrative tasks, support operational objectives, and take a turn on an on-call rota.

Candidate Requirements and Qualifications

• To qualify for this Gas Engineer position, you must hold valid commercial gas qualifications such as COCN1, CIGA1, CDGA1, and TPCP1/1A.
• You need to demonstrate robust knowledge and practical experience of commercial heating systems, boilers, and associated plant equipment.
• We require proven experience working in a retail, commercial, or multi-site maintenance environment.
• You should possess proven multi-trade capability covering general building upkeep beyond core gas work.
• Candidates must have strong fault-finding and repair skills, paired with a proactive and customer-focused approach.
• Clear verbal and written interpersonal skills are essential for effective interaction with customers and colleagues.
• You will need a flexible mindset driven by a commitment to continuous learning