Gas Engineer / Heating and Plumbing Engineer

Vantage Plumbing And Heating LTD; Hitchin; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run plumbing and heating firm seeks a Subcontractor Gas Engineer to handle heating and plumbing tasks across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Cambridgeshire. The ideal candidate will be Gas Safe registered but confident engineers are also encouraged to apply. Responsibilities include boiler installations, diagnostics, and general plumbing repairs. Benefits include full support, company van, and tools provided. Strong earning potential with bonuses and a path to progress into a Lead Engineer position.

Benefits

Company van

Fuel card

iPad

Full uniform

Performance bonuses

Consistent workflow

Qualifications

• Gas Safe Registered preferred but strong competence can be considered.
• Confident in boiler diagnostics and installations.
• Able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform boiler breakdowns, diagnostics, and repairs.
• Carry out boiler installations.
• Handle general plumbing repairs.

Skills

Gas Safe Registration

Heating system knowledge

Wiring and controls understanding

Fault-finding skills

Plumbing experience

Customer service skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 / 3 in Plumbing and Heating

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Overview

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 Us We are a fast-growing, family-run plumbing and heating business with over 550 five-star reviews, delivering everything from boiler breakdowns to full bathroom refurbishments. We 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 We 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
• We ideally want someone who is already Gas Safe so they can handle boiler diagnostics and installations confidently.
• However, we will consider a highly competent Engineer who is not yet Gas Safe if they have:
• 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
• For the right candidate, we 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

Benefits / Why Join Us

• 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