Commercial Gas Engineer - On the Road

Preah Building Services; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management firm in Scotland is seeking a Commercial Gas Engineer to provide essential gas system maintenance across various client sites. The successful candidate will possess valid ACS qualifications and be committed to safety and compliance. Key responsibilities include installation, maintenance, and immediate reporting of issues. This is a full-time mobile role requiring flexibility to travel and work out-of-hours when necessary.

Qualifications

• Qualified Commercial Gas Engineer with current ACS qualifications.
• Experience in service, maintenance, and reactive repairs.
• Ability to work safely at heights with appropriate certifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct installation and maintenance of gas systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Complete documentation accurately and timely.
• Coordinate effectively with other trades on-site.

Skills

Qualified Commercial Gas Engineer with valid ACS qualifications

Current Gas Safe registration

Strong understanding of fault finding and electrical systems

Experience in facilities management

Comfortable working at height

Flexibility to work overtime

Education

Valid ACS qualifications

18th Edition certification preferred

Job description

Commercial Gas Engineer - On the Road

Commercial Gas Engineer Facilities Management Division

Role and Responsibilities

Role Summary

The Commercial Gas Engineer at PREAH Building Services plays a key role in delivering high-quality planned and reactive maintenance services across multiple commercial sites. Operating within our Facilities Management Division and under the direction of the FM Supervisor, this mobile role involves travel between client locations throughout the day to carry out essential gas system maintenance and repairs. The engineer ensures all work complies with current legislation, client specifications, and safety standards while representing the company's commitment to reliability and professionalism.

Core Responsibilities


Installation & Maintenance

• Install commercial gas appliances, pipework, and associated systems as per design and manufacturer guidelines.
• Conduct routine and reactive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on commercial gas systems and boilers.
• Ensure gas systems are properly tested, commissioned, and certified before handover.

Electrical & Control Systems

• Carry out fault finding and basic electrical diagnostics.
• Work with control panels and building management systems (BMS) where applicable.

Safety & Compliance

• Work in line with Gas Safe regulations, relevant British Standards, and site-specific risk assessments.
• Adhere to all health and safety procedures and promote a safe working environment.
• Ability to work at height using MEWPs and boom lifts.
• Immediately report any unsafe practices or incidents.

Documentation & Reporting

• Accurately complete gas safety certificates, job sheets, and commissioning reports.
• Maintain logs of all work undertaken, ensuring compliance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Provide timely updates to supervisors regarding progress, issues, or changes on-site.

Team Collaboration

• Coordinate effectively with other engineers and trades on-site to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Support apprentices and junior engineers in developing their skills and understanding of industry standards.
• Communicate clearly with site teams and contractors to resolve on-site technical challenges.

Skills & Qualifications

• Qualified Commercial Gas Engineer with valid ACS qualifications, i.e.: COCN1, ICPN1, TPCP1A/B, CORT1, CIGA1, CDGA1.
• Current Gas Safe registration.
• Strong understanding of fault finding, control panels, and electrical systems; 18th Edition certification preferred.
• Experience in facilities management, including service, maintenance, reactive repairs, and emergency call-outs.
• Comfortable working at height; IPAF and/or PASMA certifications desirable.
• LPG, oil, and catering gas qualifications are desirable but not essential.
• Flexibility to work overtime and out-of-hours shifts to meet business demands.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time, mobile role based across various commercial client sites. The engineer will travel between multiple locations daily, performing planned preventative maintenance (PPMs) and attending reactive repair callouts. Work will include out-of-hours support via a rota system and requires flexibility to respond to urgent issues as they arise.

salary depends on experience.

About PREAH Building Services

PREAH Building Services is a trusted provider of high-quality mechanical and electrical solutions across commercial construction projects. With a commitment to precision, safety, and collaborative delivery, we take pride in our professional approach and the strength of our team. We invest in our people and processes to ensure we consistently exceed expectations and contribute to the long-term success of our clients and partners.

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