Commercial Service & Installation Engineer

Austin Heating & Cooling; Ingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier heating and air conditioning contractor is seeking a Commercial Gas Service & Installation Engineer. You will conduct maintenance on commercial heating systems and oversee installations for various clients. Ideal candidates have extensive gas qualifications and experience in plumbing. The position offers a competitive salary, ongoing training, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

20 days holiday increasing with service

On-going Training & Development

Overtime available

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Annual Occupational Health Checks

Free winter flu vaccine

Qualifications

• Full knowledge of commercial gas, LPG, and oil-fired systems.
• Mandatory gas qualifications as listed; willingness to achieve them if not yet held.
• Preferred plumbing qualifications (City and Guilds Level 3, Unvented water regulations G3).
• Full clean UK driving licence and willingness to travel and stay away, when required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance on heating systems.
• Perform testing and purging of gas installation pipework.
• Oversee installation of domestic and commercial boiler systems.
• Carry out electrical installations and fault finding as needed.

Skills

Proactive problem solving

Excellent communication

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

Gas qualifications Domestic & Commercial

City and Guilds Level 3

Tools

Knowledge of plumbing systems

UKATA asbestos qualifications

IPAF mobile elevated working platform qualifications

Job description

Overview

Austin Heating & Cooling is a premier commercial and industrial heating and air conditioning contractor based near Thetford, Norfolk. With nearly 40 years of dedicated service, we specialise in the design, supply, installation, and maintenance of a wide array of heating and air conditioning systems. Our mission is clear: to provide tailored, energy-efficient solutions that meet the unique needs of our diverse clientele, from initial consultation to final commissioning and ongoing maintenance.

About the role

As a Commercial Gas Service & Installation Engineer, you will play a pivotal role within our service installation and maintenance team. This dynamic position requires a hands-on approach to both planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring that heating and hot water systems are operating efficiently and effectively. You will report directly to the Branch Manager and be integral to delivering our high standards of service to a range of commercial clients.

• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance on various heating systems, including boilers and package burners.
• Perform testing and purging of gas installation pipework and associated systems such as pumps, valves, and fans.
• Oversee the installation of both domestic and commercial boiler and plant room systems, utilising skills in soldered and press-fitting systems as well as screwed steel pipework.
• Carry out electrical installations and fault finding on systems as required.
• Participate in plumbing, ventilation, and other plant room maintenance tasks as necessary.
• Uphold safety standards and compliance regulations while performing duties.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and report any issues to the Branch Manager.

About you

We are looking for a motivated and experienced engineer who thrives in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive knowledge of commercial gas, LPG, and oil-fired systems. Mandatory qualifications (though we’d consider individuals without, but capable of achieving these) include Gas qualifications Domestic & Commercial (Domestic CCN1, CENWAT, CKHB1, etc. Commercial COCDN1, CIGA1, CORT1, CPA1, DAH1, ICPN1, HTR1, TPCP1 and CONGLP1PD LPG Changeover) and preferably plumbing qualifications (City and Guilds Level 3, Unvented water regulations G3). We are looking for someone with a full clean UK driving licence and be willing to travel and stay away, when necessary. A proactive approach to problem solving and a commitment to delivering exceptional service, combined with excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team, are essential. Additionally, experience in industrial gas, oil, or plumbing, UKATA asbestos qualifications, and PASMA scaffold tower and IPAF mobile elevated working platform qualifications are preferred.

• Full knowledge of commercial gas, LPG, and oil-fired systems.
• Mandatory gas qualifications as listed above; willingness to achieve them if not yet held.
• Preferred plumbing qualifications (City and Guilds Level 3, Unvented water regulations G3).
• Full clean UK driving licence and willingness to travel and stay away, when required.
• Proactive problem solving, excellent communication, and ability to work independently or with a team.
• Experience in industrial gas, oil, or plumbing; UKATA asbestos qualifications; PASMA scaffold tower; and IPAF MEWP qualifications are preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• 20 days holiday increasing with service
• On-going Training & Development
• Overtime available
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Annual Occupational Health Checks
• Free winter flu vaccine