Gas Engineer

Mears; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel card

25 days annual leave plus bank

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance

Job summary

Mears in Peterborough is seeking a skilled Gas Engineer to service, repair and install domestic gas appliances across housing stock. You will diagnose faults, perform boiler work, and ensure compliance with gas safety regulations while prioritising customer service.

The role requires City & Guilds/NVQ3 in Gas Installation, ACS certification, a full UK driving licence, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. A company vehicle is provided.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Gas Installation and Maintenance.
• ACS certification (CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1).
• Experience in domestic boiler servicing, fault diagnosis, and installation.
• Knowledge of current gas safety legislation and compliance standards.
• Experience working in social housing or local authority environments (preferred).
• Excellent communication skills with a customer-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable using handheld devices or digital job management systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe working practices.
• Flexible and willing to travel across properties and attend out-of-hours callouts.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, repairs, and installations of domestic gas appliances including boilers, cookers, and fires.
• Diagnose faults and complete remedial works efficiently and safely.
• Perform landlord gas safety inspections and issue certificates (CP12s).
• Ensure all work complies with current gas regulations and internal procedures.
• Respond to emergency call-outs and urgent repairs when required.
• Record all work completed using handheld devices or job management systems.
• Liaise with tenants, housing officers, and internal teams to ensure clear communication.
• Maintain van stock levels and order materials as needed.
• Identify and report any safeguarding concerns or property hazards.
• Work collaboratively with other trades to complete multi-skill jobs.
• Participate in toolbox talks, training sessions, and safety briefings.
• Ensure PPE is worn and health & safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Support apprentices or junior engineers when required.

Skills

Gas servicing

Fault diagnosis

Customer focus

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Gas Installation and Maintenance

ACS certification (CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1)

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Handheld devices

Job description

Annual salary: up to £39,809.07

Gas Engineer

Location: Peterborough

Salary: Up to £39,809.07 per annum plus company vehicle and fuel card

Contract Type: Full time - Permanent, 42.5hrs per week, Monday to Friday

This role offers excellent earning potential, with out‑of‑hours call‑outs available in the evenings and at weekends, paid at £35 per call‑out.

About the Role:

We're looking for a skilled and safety-conscious Gas Engineer to join our team in Peterborough delivering high-quality gas servicing, repairs, and installations across our clients' housing stock. Your role will be vital in ensuring that all gas appliances and systems are safe, compliant, and fit for continued use.

You’ll carry out a range of domestic gas works including boiler diagnostics, repairs, servicing, and installations. Accuracy, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety are essential, as your work directly impacts the wellbeing of residents, staff, and the wider public. You’ll be expected to work independently and as part of a team, maintaining high standards of customer service and compliance at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out servicing, repairs, and installations of domestic gas appliances including boilers, cookers, and fires
• Diagnose faults and complete remedial works efficiently and safely
• Perform landlord gas safety inspections and issue certificates (CP12s)
• Ensure all work complies with current gas regulations and internal procedures
• Respond to emergency call‑outs and urgent repairs when required
• Record all work completed using handheld devices or job management systems
• Liaise with tenants, housing officers, and internal teams to ensure clear communication
• Maintain van stock levels and order materials as needed
• Identify and report any safeguarding concerns or property hazards
• Work collaboratively with other trades to complete multi‑skill jobs
• Participate in toolbox talks, training sessions, and safety briefings
• Ensure PPE is worn and health & safety procedures are followed at all times
• Support apprentices or junior engineers when required

Key Criteria

• Qualified to City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Gas Installation and Maintenance
• Hold valid ACS certification (e.g. CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1)
• Experience in domestic boiler servicing, fault diagnosis, and installation
• Knowledge of current gas safety legislation and compliance standards
• Experience working in social housing or local authority environments (preferred)
• Excellent communication skills with a customer‑focused approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable using handheld devices or digital job management systems
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe working practices
• Flexible and willing to travel across properties and attend out‑of‑hours callouts
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits we can offer you:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity (14 weeks full pay, 12 weeks half pay and 13 weeks statutory pay), paternity (2 weeks full pay) and adoption leave
• Employee Assistance Programme - free confidential support and counselling available
• Mears Rewards offering discounts and cashback at leading retailers including travel, household items and shopping
• Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!
• Volunteering leave - up to two days per year to support community initiatives
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Share save scheme
• Recognition and long service awards
• Buy up to 5 days holiday each year depending on length of service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career progression opportunities across Mears Group
• Occupational health support
• Green car scheme with Tusker after successful probation period
• Company Sick Pay
• Life Assurance (1x annual salary)
• Company pension scheme with Pensions people
• 5% employee and 3% employer pension contribution with People pension
• Commercial vehicle and fuel card
• Be part of an inclusive workplace with access to a range of colleague networks and support groups focused on diversity, wellbeing and career development. From Disability, Pride (LGBTQ+) and Ethnic Diversity networks to Women in Leadership, the Women Operative Support Group, Women's Health, Men's Mental Health and Armed Forces communities, these groups provide opportunities for support, connection and professional development across our diverse workforce.

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.

To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points.

Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.