Oil Service & Breakdown Engineer

Daniel Owen; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading heating services provider in Weston-super-Mare is seeking an experienced Oil Service & Breakdown Engineer. This role involves servicing and repairing oil-fired heating systems in domestic properties, ensuring excellent customer service and compliance with HSE regulations. The ideal candidate is reliable and skilled, with the necessary qualifications including OFTEC. You’ll work Monday to Friday, with a pay structure based on service completion and hourly rates for breakdowns. A full UK driving license is required.

Qualifications

• OFTEC qualification is essential for the role.
• Experience in servicing and repairing oil-fired systems is required.
• A full UK driving license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled servicing and maintenance of oil-fired boilers.
• Diagnose and repair faults on oil heating systems.
• Attend emergency breakdown appointments.
• Complete documentation accurately.

Skills

Experience with oil-fired heating systems

Strong diagnostic skills

Customer service

Education

OFTEC qualification(s)

NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing & Heating or equivalent

Basic DBS check

Job description

Oil Service & Breakdown Engineer

• Start Date: 15th December
• Contract Type: Ongoing / Long-Term
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
• Pay: Per-service rate for servicing / Hourly rate for breakdowns

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Oil Service & Breakdown Engineer to join their team and support customers across the Somerset area. This role involves servicing, maintaining and repairing oil-fired heating systems within domestic properties. Ideal for a reliable, customer-focused engineer looking for steady work with a respected heating services provider.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled servicing and maintenance of oil-fired boilers
• Diagnose and repair faults on oil heating systems
• Attend emergency breakdown appointments
• Complete all documentation accurately and in line with company procedures
• Ensure compliance with all relevant HSE regulations
• Deliver excellent customer service at all times
• Assist with gas appliance servicing where qualified

Essential Qualifications

• OFTEC qualification(s)
• Basic DBS check
• NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing & Heating or equivalent

Highly Desirable Qualifications

• Valid gas qualifications (e.g. Gas Safe registration)
• CCN1, HTR1, CKR1, CENWAT

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience servicing and repairing oil-fired heating systems
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Ability to work independently and manage daily workload
• Professional, courteous approach with strong customer service skills
• Full UK driving licence

Pay Structure

• Servicing: Paid per completed service
• Breakdowns: Paid hourly