Lead Domestic Gas Engineer — Boilers, Servicing & Diagnostics

Islington Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave allowance

Flexible working

London Living Wage

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work

Job summary

The Domestic Lead Gas Engineer role with Islington Council requires competence to carry out all general gas works in domestic housing and flats, including fault diagnostics and servicing of boilers. The post involves field visits across the London Borough of Islington, maintaining records, and completing landlords’ certificates with accuracy and timeliness.

You will hold a full clean driving licence and liaise with suppliers, trades operatives and council departments to ensure safe, compliant

Qualifications

• Gas safe qualifications and practical competence to carry out domestic gas works.
• Full valid UK Driving Licence and willingness to work in the field.
• Ability to document job progression using PDA/SORs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs, servicing and installations of boilers and heating systems.
• Liaise with suppliers and other trades to complete jobs.
• Record progress and complete landlords’ certificates.

Job description

About The Role

The Domestic Lead Gas Engineer shall be sufficiently competent to carry out all general gas works to domestic housing and flats, completing landlords’ certificates, be competent in fault diagnostics/repair of modern/traditional boilers and be able to carry out repairs to heating systems. To document and record details of job progression and completion inclusion of the use of SOR’s schedule of rates (via PDA) in a timely manner. To hold a full clean driving licence and be prepared to work in the field at various locations within the London Borough of Islington. In addition, the post holder will be required to enter resident’s premises to carry out repairs/servicing/installation works. To liaise with suppliers, other trades operatives and other Council departments to aid job completion.

About The Role

The Domestic Lead Gas Engineer shall be sufficiently competent to carry out all general gas works to domestic housing and flats, completing landlords’ certificates, be competent in fault diagnostics/repair of modern/traditional boilers and be able to carry out repairs to heating systems. To document and record details of job progression and completion inclusion of the use of SOR’s schedule of rates (via PDA) in a timely manner. To hold a full clean driving licence and be prepared to work in the field at various locations within the London Borough of Islington. In addition, the post holder will be required to enter resident’s premises to carry out repairs/servicing/installation works. To liaise with suppliers, other trades operatives and other Council departments to aid job completion.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Become a key player in our In-house Gas team. Apply now and bring your expertise to projects that truly matter!

For further information or for an informal conversation about the post, please contact:

Robert Skinner - Senior Mechanical Engineer

Email: [email protected]

or

Joseph Grace - Gas Manager

Email : [email protected]

Note to Recruitment Agencies:

We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are managing the recruitment process internally and will reach out directly should we require external support. Thank you for your understanding.

About You

Working for the team, service and our organisation

Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future.

We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive.

To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about.

Our offer to you

We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include:

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!
  
  
  

Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

Workforce Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion. We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel they belong and can safely express their thoughts, ideas, and challenges, without fear of judgement or discrimination.

We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act, including but not limited to race, disability, sexual orientation, sex, religion and belief, age, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity. Any incidents of discrimination will be promptly investigated and addressed in line with our HR policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all colleagues.

We use data to identify and address disparities, ensuring that our policies and practices are transparent and impactful in promoting a diverse representation of backgrounds and perspectives at all levels of the organisation. We look at inequality through an intersectional lens, recognising that different aspects of someone’s identity can combine to create unique experiences of discrimination and disadvantage.

We know that advancing diversity and inclusion is a continuous journey, and we must listen to our colleagues and learn where we can further improve. We work closely with our Colleague Forums and Trade Unions, supported by active allies from our Corporate Management Team, to monitor and evaluate our practices, identify barriers, and empower colleagues to promote equality and inclusion in the workplace.

Every one of us has a role to play in making Islington Council a truly inclusive workplace. By living out our CARE (collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering) values every day and embedding the principles of equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our work, we can all actively contribute to empowering people and creating a more equal Islington.

Pre‑Employment Checks

Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre‑employment checks. These may include:

• Proof of address
• Evidence of any name changes (if applicable)
• Right to work in the UK
• Overseas criminal record check (if applicable)
• Satisfactory references
• Occupational Health clearance
• Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
• DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable)
  
  
  

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Disability Confident Scheme

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.