Commercial Gas Engineer - District Heating

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading district heating company in London is looking for a Commercial Gas Engineer with at least 3 years of experience. The role involves maintenance and repair of gas systems and requires specific commercial gas certifications. This position offers a competitive salary and great progression opportunities in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Company van

Benefit package

Qualifications

• 3 years' experience as a Commercial Gas Engineer or in a similar role.
• Full UK driving licence (minimum 12 months validity).
• Comfortable reading technical drawings (e.g., P&IDs, schematics).

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance on commercial plant systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults in commercial gas boilers.
• Respond to reactive call-outs and investigate system failures.

Skills

Self Motivated

Organised

Personable

Technical communication

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Mechanical Engineering

Commercial gas certifications (TPCP1, BMP1)

Job description

Astute's Power Team is partnering with a leading District Heating company to recruit a Commercial Gas Engineer and Senior Gas Engineer working across their sites in London and South.

The Gas Engineer roles come with a salary of up to £60,000 + private medical insurance + company van + benefits.

If you're a Commercial Gas Engineer with at least 3 years' experience and looking to join a company with excellent progression opportunities, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Commercial Gas Engineer role

Reporting to the Lead Commercial Engineer, you will:

1. Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance on commercial plant systems (gas boilers, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, etc.)
2. Diagnose and repair faults in commercial gas boilers from various manufacturers.
3. Respond to reactive call-outs, investigate system failures, and reinstate services on site.
4. Participate in an on-call rota, ensuring critical support outside of core hours (1 week in 4).
5. Safely isolate systems mechanically and electrically before commencing repairs.
6. Keep detailed and accurate maintenance records through a digital work order system.
7. Support root cause analysis for recurring faults to improve system resilience.
8. Manage small-scale remedial works and help define project scopes with the engineering team.
9. Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, and site-based stakeholders.
10. Contribute to a culture of innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• 3 years' experience as a Commercial Gas Engineer or in a similar role.
• Commercial gas certifications (e.g., TPCP1, BMP1) required.
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Mechanical Engineering or related qualification.
• Full UK driving licence (minimum 12 months validity).
• Comfortable reading technical drawings (e.g., P&IDs, schematics); basic electrical knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to work an on-call rota (approx. 1 in 7 weeks).

Personal skills

The Commercial Gas Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Self-motivated, taking ownership of work and delivering high standards.
• Organised, managing time effectively.
• Personable, with strong communication skills to engage clearly with clients.

Salary and benefits of the Commercial Gas Engineer role

• Starting salary of up to £35,000 - £60,000 (dependent on experience).
• Benefits package including company van and medical insurance.
• Opportunity to work for a leading district heating company.

INDPOW

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