Contract: 3-month rolling contract
Start Date: 5 October 2026
End Date: 29 January 2027 initially
Working Hours: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Pay: £21.88 per hour PAYE – rate may be flexible for the right candidate
We are recruiting for an experienced Heating/Gas Engineer to join a busy housing maintenance team, carrying out work across residential and corporate properties.
The role will predominantly involve installation work, alongside maintenance and repairs as required. You will work independently and as part of a wider repairs team, completing works safely, efficiently and to the required standards.
### The Role
Duties will include:
Carrying out gas and heating installation, maintenance and repair work
Predominantly undertaking planned installation work
Completing responsive and emergency repairs when required
Routine servicing, maintenance, testing and inspection
Working on void properties and remedial works
Completing reports and certification electronically
Ordering materials and requesting follow-on works
Ensuring all work complies with current gas regulations, RAMS and safe systems of work
### Essential Qualifications
Candidates must hold current Gas Safe registration and the relevant technical qualifications, including:
CCN1 – Core Gas Safety
CPA1
CKR1
CENWAT1
MET1
HTR1
Range Cooker
Unvented Hot Water
You must also have practical experience of gas installations and repairs. Experience within social housing maintenance would be particularly advantageous.
### Additional Requirements
Full, valid UK driving licence – travel to properties is required
Good customer service and interpersonal skills
Health and safety awareness
Comfortable using mobile/electronic devices to complete job records
Willingness to undertake relevant training, including CAT B asbestos training
Willingness to participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota when required
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Heating Engineer / Gas Engineer looking for a longer-term temporary contract within housing maintenance.
Apply today with an up-to-date CV detailing your Gas Safe registration, relevant qualifications and heating/gas installation experience
Salary description
£21.88 - £21.88 per hour