Gas Engineer (Service and Repair)

Places for People; Chichester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Places for People is looking for a gas maintenance technician to provide servicing and installation of gas appliances. The role requires strong technical skills, relevant ACS qualifications, and effective communication. In return, you'll enjoy a competitive salary, great benefits including training opportunities and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary and yearly salary review

Company Van with fuel card

Equipment including Power Pack tools

PPE and Full uniform provided

Pension with matched contributions up to 7%

Up to 35 days annual leave

Overtime as required

Cashback plan for healthcare costs

Bonus scheme for colleagues

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Hold a valid driving license.
• Strong industry knowledge including Health & Safety and Gas Regulations.
• Self-motivated with customer-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide gas maintenance and servicing across all assets.
• Participate in on-call rota and maintain company vehicles.
• Build relationships with stakeholders including Gas Safe.

Skills

Technical skills in safety and compliance

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Time management

Education

Gas ACS qualifications (CCN1, CPA1, HTR1, CKR1)

Gas Safe registration

Tools

Power Pack tools

FGA tablets

Job description

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.

So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!

More about your role

You will provide gas maintenance, servicing, and assisting installation of gas appliances across all assets, following our guiding standards. You'll maintain tools, equipment, and PPE, conducting work in compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act and Gas Safety Regulations. You'll participate in the on-call rota, ensure company vehicles are maintained per fleet policy, and support managers in improving service delivery. You'll build effective relationships with stakeholders, including Gas Safe and NICEIC, and take part in audits and quality control inspections. Additionally, you'll manage van stock and materials to maximize first-time fixes and maintain accurate records while ensuring safe work practices. As part of our employment checks, this role will require you to complete a satisfactory Basic DBS check.

Although this role is advertised in a specific location, you will be required to cover BN11 - BN17 area,

Essential Criteria

• Gas accredited and hold all relevant ACS qualifications (CCN1, CPA1, HTR1 & CKR1 minimum), GAS SAFE registration.
• Hold a valid driving license
• Industry knowledge including Health & Safety, Gas Regulations and CDM processes.

More about you

You must be gas accredited with strong technical skills in safety and compliance, holding relevant ACS qualifications, and a valid driving license. You'll have solid industry knowledge, including Health & Safety, Gas Regulations, and CDM processes, and be able to communicate effectively, both written and verbally, while maintaining accurate data. You should be self-motivated, with strong time management skills and a customer-focused approach. You'll be able to prioritize and manage a varied workload, meet deadlines, and suggest improvements to service delivery. Strong problem-solving skills, including fault diagnosis and rectification, are essential. Exceeding personal targets and KPIs is preferred.

Benefits

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:

• Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly

• Company Van with fuel card

• Equipment including Power Pack tools, FGA and tablet provided

• PPE and Full uniform provided

• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%

• Excellent holiday package – up to 35 days annual leave (Including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell leave

• Overtime as and when required

• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year

• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%

• Training and development

• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.