Gas Engineer

Gas Engineer

Location:

Site-Based – Nationwide Travel
Division:
Building Services

The Role

Thrive Personnel is recruiting on behalf of an established business operating within the commercial building services sector. The business delivers a range of services across commercial properties, including maintenance, installation and repair of mechanical and electrical systems.

We are looking for an experienced Gas Engineer to join the Building Services team, delivering high-quality gas, heating and plumbing maintenance, installation and repair services across a variety of commercial properties nationwide.

This is a hands-on role suited to an engineer with strong technical knowledge, excellent problem-solving skills and a commitment to delivering safe, reliable work and outstanding customer service. Regular travel to customer sites will be required.

Main Responsibilities

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), servicing and reactive repairs on commercial gas and heating systems.

Undertake the installation, replacement and commissioning of commercial gas, heating and plumbing systems.

Diagnose faults and implement effective repair solutions to minimise downtime and maintain system performance.

Ensure all work is completed in accordance with current industry regulations, health and safety requirements and relevant procedures.

Complete job sheets, service records and compliance documentation accurately and within required timescales.

Liaise professionally with clients, contractors and site personnel throughout maintenance and installation works.

Identify and report defects, non-compliances and opportunities for improvement.

Maintain clean, safe and organised working areas, adhering to permit-to-work systems and site-specific procedures where required.

Support wider Building Services activities as needed and contribute to the successful delivery of projects.

Knowledge and Experience Required

Proven experience working as a Gas Engineer within commercial environments.

Experience carrying out commercial gas servicing, maintenance, installation and commissioning.

A good understanding of commercial heating and plumbing systems, including current gas regulations, compliance requirements and industry best practice.

Knowledge of construction and maintenance health and safety requirements, including permit-to-work systems and safe systems of work.

Experience working in customer-facing environments and maintaining positive client relationships.

The ability to manage workloads effectively across multiple sites and projects.

Skills and Personal Attributes

Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving abilities, with a practical and methodical approach to resolving technical issues.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with customers and colleagues.

The ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing competing priorities effectively.

A flexible and adaptable approach, with the ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards of workmanship.

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality, safety and compliance.

A professional, customer-focused attitude and confidence completing digital and written documentation.

Qualifications and Certifications

Current Commercial Gas ACS qualifications.

COCN1 – Core Commercial Gas Safety.

Relevant commercial gas appliance qualifications, such as CODNCO1, CIGA1, ICPN1, TPCP1A or equivalent.

NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Plumbing and Heating, Gas Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.

A full UK driving licence.

A CSCS card is desirable. IPAF and PASMA certifications would also be advantageous.

Benefits Package

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

An additional day's birthday leave to be…