Mobile Commercial Gas Engineer

Wates Smartspace; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Training & development

Career progression

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Allies & Mentors Network

Job summary

Wates Property Services is seeking a Commercial Gas Engineer to deliver planned maintenance, fault diagnosis and compliance across a diverse portfolio of commercial properties in the South East.

You will carry out PPM, reactive repairs and complex fault diagnosis on boilers, burners, water heaters and related plant, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. A proactive, customer-focused approach is essential for success in this field.

Qualifications

• Current ACS Commercial Gas Qualifications (COCN1, CIGA1, CORT1, ICPN1).
• Domestic Gas Qualifications (CCN1, CENWAT).
• COCNP1 and TPCP1/1A.
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing & Heating or equivalent.
• 3–5 years' experience in commercial FM/maintenance.
• Full UK Driving Licence (mobile positions).

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned preventative maintenance across commercial gas assets.
• Diagnose and repair faults on boilers, burners, heating systems and controls.
• Carry out gas safety inspections and certification.
• Complete gas tightness testing, flue gas analysis and checks.
• Maintain records through CAFM systems and digital reporting.
• Provide technical guidance to colleagues and junior engineers.
• Manage minor installation and upgrade projects where required.
• Ensure compliance with Gas Safety Regulations and British Standards.
• Participate in regional out-of-hours call-out rota.
• Build strong client relationships and update on system performance.

Job description

Join Wates Property Services and Help Keep Critical Buildings Running across the South East

At Wates Property Services, we're looking for an experienced Commercial Gas Engineer to join our growing Facilities Management team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled gas professional who takes pride in delivering first-class maintenance, fault finding and compliance across a diverse portfolio of commercial properties.

Whether you're an experienced mobile engineer or currently operating in a static site environment, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our clients' building services remain safe, compliant and operating at peak performance.

The Role

As a Commercial Gas Engineer, you'll be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs and complex fault diagnosis across a wide range of commercial gas systems including boilers, burners, water heaters and associated mechanical plant.

This is a varied role where no two days are the same. You'll work closely with clients, subcontractors and internal teams, acting as a trusted technical expert while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver planned preventative maintenance across commercial gas assets.
• Diagnose and repair faults on boilers, burners, heating systems and controls.
• Carry out commercial and domestic gas safety inspections and certification.
• Complete gas tightness testing, flue gas analysis and associated compliance checks.
• Maintain accurate records through CAFM systems and digital reporting tools.
• Provide technical guidance and support to colleagues and junior engineers.
• Manage minor installation and upgrade projects where required.
• Ensure all work complies with current Gas Safety Regulations and British Standards.
• Participate in the regional out-of-hours call-out rota.
• Build strong relationships with clients, providing technical advice and updates on system performance.

About You

We're looking for a proactive and technically competent engineer who can work independently while delivering exceptional customer service.

Essential Requirements

Current ACS Commercial Gas Qualifications including:

• COCN1
• CIGA1
• CORT1
• ICPN1

Domestic Gas Qualifications including:

• CCN1
• CENWAT

COCNP1 and TPCP1/1A

NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing & Heating, Gas Engineering or equivalent

Minimum 3–5 years' experience within a commercial maintenance or FM environment

Full UK Driving Licence (for mobile positions)

Desirable

• OFTEC or LPG qualifications
• G3 Unvented Hot Water Qualification
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Legionella Awareness or Responsible Person training
• Experience working within Facilities Management contracts
• Knowledge of BMS and HVAC systems

What You'll Bring

• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Excellent knowledge of commercial boiler plant and heating systems
• Ability to manage workloads effectively and deliver high first-time-fix rates
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills
• Experience using CAFM systems and mobile technology
• A safety-first approach to work

Why Join Wates?

At Wates, we are committed to creating a workplace where people can thrive and develop long-term careers. We value people who:

• Own It – Take responsibility and deliver excellence.
• Be Curious – Continuously learn and seek better ways of working.
• Partner Brilliantly – Work collaboratively to achieve great results.
• Believe in Each Other – Support colleagues and create an inclusive environment.

In Return We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle and fuel card (mobile roles)
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Flexible benefits package
• Ongoing training and development
• Career progression opportunities
• Employee discounts and wellbeing support
• Access to our Allies & Mentors Network

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check(DBS)at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject toadditionalpre-employment checks.

To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting