Gas Engineer / Heating and Plumbing Engineer

Get Staffed Online Recruitment; Hitchin; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run plumbing and heating business is looking for an experienced Gas Engineer to handle boiler breakdowns, installations, and general plumbing work. Located mainly in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Cambridgeshire, this role offers a competitive day rate, bonuses, and company support including a van and tools. Ideal candidates should be Gas Safe registered, possess strong heating systems knowledge, and have excellent communication skills. Join a reputable team with strong earning potential and ongoing support.

Benefits

Company van

Fuel card

iPad

Full uniform

Office and booking support

Qualifications

• Registered with Gas Safe for diagnostics and installations.
• Experience in boiler installations and plumbing work.
• Independent work capability is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform boiler breakdowns, diagnostics, and repairs.
• Install central heating systems.
• Conduct general plumbing repairs and bathroom refurbishments.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Gas Safe Registration

Strong heating system knowledge

Fault-finding skills

Solid plumbing experience

Excellent communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 / 3 in Plumbing and Heating

Job description

Subcontractor Gas Engineer / Heating and Plumbing Engineer (CIS) - £200 - £260 per day + Bonuses + Van + Fuel + iPad

Location: Majority of work across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Cambridgeshire, with occasional jobs in London
Hours: Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm
Job Type: Subcontractor (CIS)

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing, family-run plumbing and heating business with over 550 five-star reviews, delivering everything from boiler breakdowns to full bathroom refurbishments. They are looking for an experienced Heating and Plumbing Engineer who can confidently handle a wide range of work across domestic properties.

Pay and Earnings

Day Rate: £200 - £260
Out-of-Hours Pay: £65 per hour
Realistic total earnings: £60,000 - £80,000+ per year
Bonuses include commission, customer review incentives and performance bonuses (There is no earning cap).

What They Provide

• Company van
• Fuel card
• iPad / tablet
• Full uniform
• Company card for approved materials
• Full admin, office and booking support

Busy and consistent workflow

It's extremely rare for a CIS subcontractor role to offer this level of support and kit.

Responsibilities

This is a mixed role covering all aspects of heating and plumbing, including:

• Boiler breakdowns, diagnostics and repairs
• Boiler installations
• Central heating wiring and controls (S / Y-plan, combi wiring, thermostat upgrades)
• General plumbing repairs
• Bathroom works (first fix, second fix, leaks, refurbs)
• Customer service and communication
• Participation in the on-call rota (enhanced rate)

Requirements

• Gas Safe Registered - strongly preferred (client prefers Gas Safe for boiler diagnostics and installations)
• Strong heating system knowledge
• Excellent wiring and controls understanding
• Confident fault-finding and breakdown skills
• Solid plumbing and bathroom experience
• The ability to work independently
• Can support progression into Gas Safe

Additional Requirements

• Age 25+ (fleet insurance)
• Full UK driving licence (max 6 points)
• NVQ Level 2 / 3 in Plumbing and Heating (or equivalent)
• Own tools
• Reliable, confident and professional
• Strong communication and customer service

Why Join Our Client

• Work with a company backed by 550+ five-star reviews
• Strong, consistent work across Herts / Beds / Cambs
• Only occasional work in London (not regular)
• Extremely strong earning potential
• All the tools to succeed: Van, fuel, iPad, materials card, full support
• Family-run business with a high standard of work
• Real potential to step into a Lead Engineer position