Gas Servicing & Breakdown Engineers

plymouthcommunityhomes; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-call payments

Overtime opportunities

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave

On-site gym

Training and development

Job summary

Plymouth Community Homes is seeking a Gas Servicing & Breakdown Engineer for a 3-6 month fixed term opportunity in Plymouth. You will perform gas safety inspections, servicing, fault diagnosis and breakdown repairs, with a rotating out-of-hours shift.

A company van is provided and you will be supported to deliver high-quality workmanship. The role requires ACS qualifications (CCN1, CPA1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1) or recognised equivalents, strong diagnostic skills, and a commitment to safety and

Qualifications

• Current ACS qualifications including CCN1, CPA1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1 or recognised equivalent.
• Proven experience in gas servicing, breakdown or maintenance.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Good working knowledge of gas safety legislation and Health & Safety requirements.
• Experience using handheld electronic devices or mobile technology (desirable).
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a wider team.
• Flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Full UK driving licence; company van provided.

Responsibilities

• Carry out domestic landlord gas safety inspections and servicing.
• Diagnose and repair gas and heating system faults.
• Conduct inspections and identify corrective works.
• Complete relevant certification and compliance documentation.
• Ensure all work adheres to current gas regulations.
• Provide a high-quality customer experience during visits.
• Collaborate with colleagues while managing own workload.

Skills

Gas servicing

Fault finding

Customer service

Independent worker

Education

ACS qualifications including CCN1 CPA1 CENWAT CKR1 HTR1

Tools

Handheld devices

Job description

Gas Servicing & Breakdown Engineer - 3-6 Month Fixed Term opportunities

There's never been a more exciting time to join Plymouth Community Homes as we invest in our homes, our communities and our people.

About the role

As a Gas Servicing & Breakdown Engineer, you'll play a vital role in ensuring residents across Plymouth enjoy safe, warm and well-maintained homes.

This varied and rewarding position combines gas servicing, safety inspections, fault diagnosis and breakdown repairs, giving you the opportunity to utilise and further develop your technical expertise every day.

Please note: This position requires participation in a rotating out-of-hours emergency service, which includes some evening and weekend work.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out domestic landlord gas safety inspections and servicing
• Diagnosing and repairing gas and heating system faults
• Conducting inspections and identifying corrective works
• Completing all relevant certification and compliance documentation
• Ensuring all work is undertaken safely and in line with current gas regulations
• Providing an excellent customer experience during every visit
• Working collaboratively with colleagues while managing your own workload effectively

No two days are the same, making this an ideal opportunity for a skilled engineer who enjoys problem-solving and delivering high-quality workmanship.

Our ideal candidate for this role is someone who:

We're seeking a motivated and customer-focused Gas Engineer who wants to continue developing their career and contribute to a high-performing team.

You will have:

• Current ACS qualifications including:
  • CCN1
  • CPA1
  • CENWAT
  • CKR1
  • HTR1
  • Or recognised equivalent qualifications
• Proven experience in a gas servicing, breakdown or maintenance role
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Good working knowledge of gas safety legislation and Health & Safety requirements
• Experience using handheld electronic devices or mobile technology (desirable)
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team
• A flexible and proactive approach to work
• A commitment to delivering exceptional customer service
• A full UK driving licence
• A company van will be provided for business use.

About Plymouth Community Homes

We are the city’s largest social housing association, with over 16,000 properties providing homes for more than 35,000 people, and we’re aiming to grow, to provide more people with high-quality, affordable homes to rent and buy.

With a great workforce and a focus on people, we deliver good quality, well-managed and well-maintained homes.

What we can offer you:

At PCH, we recognise that our people are central to our success. We're committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, develop and build long-term careers.

By joining our team, you'll benefit from:

• A competitive salary
• On-call payments and overtime opportunities, currently averaging an additional £2,000 per year
• Excellent defined contribution pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• 25 days annual leave on joining, increasing to up to 30 days after five years' service, plus bank holidays
• Free access to our on-site gym
• Significant investment in learning, training and professional development
• The opportunity to work and build your career in one of the South West's most vibrant waterfront cities
• The chance to be part of an organisation with ambitious growth plans and a strong social purpose

To Apply:

If you're looking for a role where your skills are valued, your development is encouraged and your work genuinely makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and supporting application, demonstrating how your knowledge, skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.

For an informal discussion about the position, please contact:

Paul Crook, Gas & Plumbing Operations Manager
07702 512228

Shortlisting Date: 2nd November 2026

Interview date: 10th November 2026

We are a committed Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from suitably talented people from any community and background.