Gas Quality Inspector (Domestic) (SO2) (ASAP)

Ignite Recruitment Services; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Gas Quality Inspector to conduct audits, provide technical advice on domestic gas systems, and manage compliance within public sector housing. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in gas inspection with up-to-date qualifications. This role requires excellent communication skills and a valid driving license for vehicle use within the borough.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in domestic gas systems inspection, quality control, and compliance.
• Strong understanding of heating systems, including renewables.
• Confident in producing technical reports and feasibility studies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits and inspections to validate gas servicing and installations.
• Provide expert technical advice on gas boilers and heating systems.
• Support capital programme delivery ensuring technical standards are met.

Skills

Domestic gas systems inspection

Quality control

Communication skills

Education

Recognised domestic gas qualifications (e.g., CCN1, CENWAT)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Gas Quality Inspector (Domestic) (SO2)

Location: Enfield

Contract Type: Temp - Perm

Working Hours: 36 hours per week (09:00 - 17:30, Monday to Friday)

Rate:

• PAYE: £23.99/hour
• Self-Employed/Umbrella: £29.52/hour

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits and inspections to validate the quality of domestic gas servicing, repairs, and installations across the housing portfolio.
• Provide expert technical advice on domestic gas boilers, hot water and heating systems, ground source heat pumps, and related equipment.
• Support asset investment planning by undertaking surveys and feasibility assessments.
• Act as Contract Administrator for small project works up to £50,000, under the supervision of the Head of Compliance and M&E.
• Review Operation & Maintenance (O&M) documentation in collaboration with the Compliance team to ensure planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programmes are correctly set up and maintained.
• Support capital programme delivery by ensuring technical standards are met across all gas-related works.
• Maintain professional gas qualifications and undertake additional training as required to support the Council's statutory landlord responsibilities.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience in domestic gas systems inspection, quality control, and compliance.
• Recognised domestic gas qualifications (e.g., CCN1, CENWAT, etc.) — must be valid and up to date.
• Strong understanding of heating systems, including renewables (e.g., ground source heat pumps).
• Experience in managing or auditing compliance programmes within a social housing or public sector setting.
• Confident in producing technical reports, feasibility studies, and making recommendations for improvements.
• Knowledge of statutory legislation and industry best practice in domestic gas safety and maintenance.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise with contractors, internal teams, and residents.

Additional Information

• Candidates must have their own vehicle — mileage will be reimbursed for travel within the borough only (not for commuting).
• This role supports additional or project work within the Housing & Regeneration team.
• The successful candidate will work under the direction of the Head of Compliance and M&E, with collaboration across Compliance Delivery and Asset Management teams.
• Candidates must be able to pass an enhanced DBS check