Mechanical Engineer (Gas) – AR – Applications close 24/10/2025

Carrington Blake Recruitment; Harlow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a full-time temporary role in Harlow. The successful candidate will work on-site and assist in providing assurance services for built assets, focusing on mechanical installations and heating systems. Applicants should have relevant gas qualifications and experience in local authority environments.

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work act 1974.
• Current Gas and level 3 plumbing qualifications required.
• Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in production of position statements on technical guidance.
• Conduct surveys of mechanical installations and heating systems.
• Provide oversight to mechanical appliances and their maintenance.

Skills

Health and Safety at Work act 1974

Gas and Level 3 plumbing qualifications

Gas Safe registration

Experience in local authority environments

Commercial awareness

Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Teams

Good communication skills

Knowledge of legislation and safety standards

Education

Current Gas Safe registration

Commercial gas ACS qualifications

Job description

Mechanical Engineer (Gas)

Location, Harlow

Full time, Temporary

6-12 Months

£350.88 PAYE / £450.00 Umbrella

Essex County Council (ECC) are delighted to be supporting Harlow Council to recruit a Mechanical Engineer on a full-time temporary basis.

Harlow is a district of contrasts and an ideal location to both live and work. The town itself is thriving, with excellent shopping and leisure facilities for all ages. We have good road links to the M11 and M25 and excellent rail connections to London and Stansted Airport, just 35 minutes and 20 minutes away from Harlow respectively.

Job Purpose

Harlow Council is proud to be delivering on its mission to invest in housing and rebuild the town — and we’re looking for a skilled and motivated Gas and Heating Engineer to join our team and help us make a real difference.

In this key role, you’ll be working both on‑site and, in the office, so flexibility in your approach is essential. You’ll be part of a team that’s committed to providing high‑quality services to our residents, and we’re looking for someone who shares that passion.

We’re seeking a well‑organised individual who can plan and manage their time effectively, and who takes pride in delivering excellent service. You’ll need to bring strong technical and practical experience, along with sound knowledge of Gas, Heating, and Water legislation.

The Role

Working as part of a very busy Housing & Property Operations team within Harlow Council, you will assist in providing an accurate and efficient assurance service for all built assets. You will specifically be responsible for site surveys, quality inspections, specifications and schedules of work, report writing and provide oversight to mechanical appliances, heating and hot water systems, their maintenance, PPM and refurbishments for Housing and Non‑Housing projects.

Duties Include but Not Limited to –

• Assist in the production of position statements on relevant technical guidance
• Build and maintain positive relationships
• Develop, maintain and contribute to the improved culture of planned and preventative maintenance (PPM)
• Carry out surveys of mechanical installations and heating and hot water systems
• Evaluate risk assessments on the condition, lifecycle and expiry of mechanical installations
• Design new mechanical installations, including material and workmanship specifications
• Assist the role of Building Services Manager (compliance) and Project Manager (projects/programmes)
• Day‑to‑day oversight of the mechanical installation’s PPM and refurbishment programmes
• Review, update and maintain real‑time data for compliance monitoring of the Client’s assets

The experience you will bring

• Good working knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work act 1974
• Current Gas and level 3 plumbing qualifications
• Current Gas Safe registration with domestic ACS qualifications
• Experience working within local authority environments
• A good level of commercial awareness
• Working knowledge of Micro soft products including outlook and Teams
• Good communication skills and able to explain complex issues to lay people
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant legislation and safety standards

Desirable skills, experience and knowledge

• Understand property heat loss calculations for sizing central heating systems
• An understanding of the heat network Association and heat meters
• Commercial gas ACS qualifications
• Asbestos Awareness
• Construction Design Management regulations