Heating Engineer

Civic Recruitment Limited; Northampton; On-site; GBP 1,456,000 - 2,093,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Bi-weekly pay

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a Gas Engineer to join our Housing Maintenance & Development team in Northampton. The role covers gas installation, servicing, repairs and inspections across council properties with a strong emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

You will report to the Repairs Officer (Gas), work on occupied and vacant properties, and may join an out-of-hours rota. A Full UK Driving Licence and Gas Safe Registration are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in gas installations and repairs.
• Background in housing maintenance environments.
• Strong knowledge of gas safety legislation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Awareness of health and safety practices.
• Proficiency with handheld/mobile devices for work documentation.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Willingness to join an out-of-hours call-out rota.
• Completion of a time-served apprenticeship.
• Experience in the social housing sector.
• Experience with oil, LPG, renewables, and non-domestic gas.

Responsibilities

• Execute gas installations, maintenance, servicing and repairs in occupied and vacant properties.
• Perform responsive, emergency and planned maintenance tasks.
• Conduct testing, inspections and remedial work.
• Ensure compliance with gas regulations and industry standards.
• Complete certifications and reports using mobile tech.
• Order materials and manage stock.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Independent worker

Teamwork

Education

CCN1

CPA1

CKR1

CENWAT1

MET1

HTR1

Range Cooker Qualification

Unvented Hot Water Qualification

Gas Safe Registration

Job description

Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom

Posted On 26/08/2026

Job Information

Energy / Utilities / Gas

City Northampton

Province Northamptonshire

Postal Code NN1

Job Description

Location: North Northamptonshire

Contract: 3 Month Rolling Contract

Hours: Full Time

Driving Licence: Full UK Driving Licence Required

Summary

We are seeking a skilled Gas Engineer to become an integral part of our Housing Maintenance & Development team. This role involves performing repairs, maintenance, and installation tasks across the Council's housing and corporate properties. The primary focus will be on gas installation, complemented by responsibilities in repairs, servicing, testing, inspections, and maintenance of void properties. Reporting to the Repairs Officer (Gas), you will ensure the delivery of top-notch services to residents while adhering to all relevant gas safety regulations and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute gas installations, maintenance, servicing, and repairs in both occupied and vacant properties.
  
• Conduct responsive, emergency, and planned maintenance tasks.
  
• Perform testing, inspections, and necessary remedial work.
  
• Ensure compliance with:
  • Gas Installation and Use Regulations 1998
    
  • Current gas safety legislation
    
  • Industry standards and procedures
    
• Complete certifications, reports, and job documentation using mobile technology.
  
• Order materials and identify additional work requirements.
  
• Efficiently manage vehicle stock and materials.
  
• Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment in good condition.
  
• Follow health and safety policies, RAMS, and safe work systems.
  
• Adhere to asbestos awareness procedures and training.
  
• Provide excellent customer service while working in residents' homes.
  

Essential Qualifications & Certifications

Candidates must possess:

• CCN1
  
• CPA1
  
• CKR1
  
• CENWAT1
  
• MET1
  
• HTR1
  
• Range Cooker Qualification
  
• Unvented Hot Water Qualification
  
• Current Gas Safe Registration
  

Requirements

Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in gas installations and repairs.
  
• Background in housing maintenance environments.
  
• Strong knowledge of gas safety legislation and regulations.
  
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  
• Awareness of health and safety practices.
  
• Proficiency in using handheld/mobile devices for work documentation.
  
• Full UK Driving Licence.
  
• Willingness to join an out-of-hours call-out rota as needed.
  
• Completion of a time-served apprenticeship.
  
• Experience in the social housing sector.
  
• Oil
  
• LPG
  
• Renewables
  
• Non-Domestic Gas
  

What's on Offer?

• 3 Month Rolling Contract
  
• Location: North Northamptonshire
  
• Bi-weekly Pay
  
• Company vehicle and stock management duties
  
• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of housing and corporate properties
  
• Potential for contract extensions
  

This position is ideal for individuals with experience as a Gas Engineer, Domestic Gas Engineer, Gas Installer, Heating Engineer, Service & Repair Engineer, Gas Maintenance Engineer, or Social Housing Gas Engineer.