Defence jobs in France

Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your skills within a business that prides itself on developing and empowering its people.

Boden Group deliver facilities maintenance services and project works to the Ministry of Defence and commercial clients at multiple sites in the South West and South East.

We are seeking a fully qualified Domestic Gas Engineer who is ready to undertake commercial gas training and expand their career into commercial gas work. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to develop their skills and take the next step in their career, or for individuals at the beginning of their commercial gas journey.

• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Flexibility to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year
• Savings on everyday costs through our rewards platform
• Access to free, confidential counselling via our Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing resources and support
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A modern, air-conditioned company van, renewed every three years

• Carry out regular inspections and maintenance of gas systems and appliances to ensure their safe and efficient operation. Your attention to detail ensures minimal disruptions and enhances system longevity.
• Respond to emergency call‑outs for gas system failures, diagnosing and rectifying issues promptly to minimise downtime and risk.
• Promote a pro‑active Safety Culture, ensuring that every project meets the highest safety regulations and quality standards.
• Collaborate with a diverse, multi‑disciplinary team.
• Provide insightful technical guidance and supervision to junior staff, apprentices, and other trades.
• Conduct detailed inspections and maintenance of gas systems and appliances to identify and resolve issues.
• Ensure safe operation of all gas appliances, including boilers and heaters, to deliver peace of mind and service continuity to clients.
• Identify, diagnose, and rectify any issues related to gas systems, taking timely action to prevent complications.
• Repair or replace defective parts, including valves, regulators, and pipes ensuring safety of systems.
• Maintain detailed records of gas‑related work, including service reports, parts used, and maintenance schedules.
• Utilise your plumbing experience to conduct general repairs and maintenance tasks, adding value through your diversified skill set.
• Conduct general repairs and servicing tasks.
• Undertake commercial gas training, progressively taking on commercial works.

• CCN1 ‑ Core Domestic Gas Safety
• CENWAT ‑ Central Heating & Water Systems
• HWA ‑ Unvented Hot Water Systems
• CIGA ‑ Indirect Fired Water Heating Appliances
• CSCS Card

• COCN1 ‑ Core Commercial Gas Safety NG
• Additional COCN1 commercial elements for broader competency
• HTR1 / HTR2 ‑ High Temperature Hot Water Systems
• Experience with commercial boilers and heating systems

We actively encourage applications from all sections of the community, including carers, care leavers, people with disabilities, those not in education, employment or training (NEETs), and individuals from disadvantaged or underrepresented backgrounds. We recognise the value of a diverse workforce and aim to ensure our recruitment processes are free from bias and discrimination. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will do our best to support you.

We look forward to receiving your application