Heating Engineer (Social Housing)

Orbital Recruitment; Hertford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Heating Engineer for a full-time, permanent role based in Hertfordshire. The successful candidate will service and maintain domestic gas boilers and heating systems, ensuring compliance with regulations. Applicants must have ACS Gas Qualifications, a valid UK Driving Licence, and preferably experience in social housing. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company van and fuel card

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Must have ACS Gas Qualifications for servicing and maintenance.
• Valid driving licence and CSCS Card required.
• Experience in social housing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and commissioning of gas boilers and heating systems.
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs and replacements.
• Participating in an out-of-hours emergency call-out rota.

Skills

ACS Gas Qualifications (CCN1, CENWAT, CPA1, CKR1, HTR1)

Full UK Driving Licence

Good fault-finding skills

Experience in social housing

Ability to work independently

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Heating Engineer (Social Housing); Location: Hertfordshire; Job Type: Full-time, Permanent; Start Date: ASAP.

The Role

You'll be responsible for the servicing, maintenance, and repair of domestic gas boilers and central heating systems in both occupied and void properties. This is a field-based role covering sites across Hertfordshire.

• Servicing and commissioning of gas boilers and heating systems
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs/replacements
• Draining and refilling heating systems
• Replacing radiators, valves, and other components
• Ensuring work complies with gas safety and health & safety regulations
• Participating in an out-of-hours emergency call-out rota

What You’ll Need

• ACS Gas Qualifications (CCN1, CENWAT, CPA1, CKR1, HTR1)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Valid CSCS Card
• Good fault-finding skills and heating system knowledge
• Experience working in social housing or similar environments
• Able to work independently and safely in a lone working environment
• Based in or near the Hertfordshire area

Desirable

• Asbestos awareness
• Knowledge of working with vulnerable tenants
• Risk assessment understanding

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive salary (paid weekly via BACS)
• Company van (no private use), fuel card, phone, and uniform
• 21 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service up to 25 days)
• Pension scheme (auto-enrolment)
• Life insurance & Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff discounts and referral scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• Career progression opportunities

Hours & Additional Info

• Monday to Friday: 8:00am - 6:00pm (1-hour unpaid break)
• 3-month probation period
• Equal opportunities employer