Gas Servicing Engineer

BD Group; London Borough of Barking and Dagenham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

BD Group is seeking two Gas Service Engineers to join the BDMS team, delivering installation, servicing and repair work across domestic and social housing properties in Barking & Dagenham. You will carry out cyclical servicing, reactive repairs and other gas and heating works to ensure safety and high workmanship standards.

Working across Barking & Dagenham, the role covers boiler installations, servicing and fault-finding with a focus on customer service.

Qualifications

• Current ACS domestic gas qualifications (CCN1, CENWAT, CPA1, CKR1, HTR1).
• Gas Safe registration/competency to undertake required work.
• Experience in social housing and domestic properties.
• Experience with Worcester Bosch and Vaillant boilers; strong fault-finding.

Responsibilities

• Install new heating systems per manufacturer instructions and industry standards.
• Carry out general heating engineering and plumbing duties, including reactive repairs and servicing.
• Diagnose faults and complete effective repairs to domestic systems and appliances.
• Issue gas safety notices and certificates as required.
• Maintain accurate records of assessments, work completed and actions taken.
• Respond promptly to emergency and reactive calls with minimal disruption.
• Provide high level of customer service through clear communication and professionalism.

Skills

Gas heating install

Fault finding

Customer service

Independent working

Education

ACS domestic gas qualifications (CCN1, CENWAT, CPA1, CKR1, HTR1)

Gas Safe registration/competency

MET1 desirable

Part P desirable

Tools

PDAs

Job description

Gas Service Engineer - Temporary

Important information about this role

This is a temporary position with BD Group. Successful candidates will be employed and paid through Adecco, who are supporting us with the recruitment of these roles.

While initially temporary, there is potential for the roles to become permanent in the future for successful candidates, subject to business requirements and performance.

What we are looking for

We are currently looking for 2 Gas Service Engineers to join our BDMS team, delivering high-quality installation, maintenance, servicing and repair work across our properties and projects.

Working across domestic and social housing properties throughout Barking & Dagenham, you will carry out cyclical servicing, reactive repairs, installations and other gas and heating works, ensuring a high standard of workmanship, safety and customer service.

About Us

BD Group was created by the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham to create positive economic, environmental and social change.

We are a facilities services company providing a range of services for public and private sector clients across London and the Southeast, with aspirations to broaden our geographies over time.

Our mission is to help communities live, work and grow to fulfil their potential through the delivery of safe, high-quality services based on our unique understanding of local needs.

Duties

• Install new heating systems in accordance with manufacturers' instructions and industry standards.
• Carry out general heating engineering and plumbing duties, including reactive repairs and servicing of boilers, fires and appliances.
• Diagnose faults and complete effective repairs to domestic heating systems and appliances.
• Carry out work in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.
• Issue gas safety notices and certificates as required.
• Assess and prepare sites before commencing work.
• Maintain accurate records of assessments, work completed and actions taken.
• Conduct routine inspections and servicing to identify and prevent potential issues.
• Respond promptly to emergency and reactive calls, minimising disruption to residents and clients.
• Provide a high level of customer service through clear communication and professional conduct.
• Maintain accurate records of all work, including before and after photographs.
• Work collaboratively with other trades and maintenance team members.
• Use IT equipment, including PDAs, for job monitoring, recording and work allocation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, Gas Safe requirements and Health & Safety standards.
• Monitor and manage van stock, equipment and materials.
• Protect work areas and residents' property while undertaking works.
• Maintain regular contact with Technical Supervisors and report issues promptly.
• Participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota where required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Current relevant ACS domestic gas qualifications, including CCN1, CENWAT, CPA1, CKR1 and HTR1.
• MET1 and Part P desirable.
• Appropriate Gas Safe registration/competency to undertake the work required.
• Previous experience working within social housing and domestic properties.
• Strong experience in the installation, repair, servicing and maintenance of domestic heating systems, boilers and gas appliances.
• Experience working with Worcester Bosch and Vaillant boilers.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent understanding of Health & Safety regulations, procedures and safe working practices.
• Ability to deliver work to a high standard while meeting client and resident expectations.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and manage workloads effectively.
• Good communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with residents, clients, contractors and colleagues.
• Flexible approach to work and working hours, including participation in an out-of-hours call-out rota.
• Comfortable using mobile devices and PDAs to receive jobs and maintain accurate records.

Working Arrangements

Working pattern: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Location: Barking & Dagenham.

Employment arrangement: Temporary assignment, employed through Adecco.

Future opportunities: Potential opportunity to move into a permanent BDMS position in the future, subject to business requirements and performance.

DBS: A DBS check will be required for this role.