Annual salary: up to £39,809.07
Gas Engineer
Location: Peterborough
Salary: Up to £39,809.07 per annum plus company vehicle and fuel card
Contract Type: Full time – Permanent, 42.5hrs per week, Monday to Friday
This role offers excellent earning potential, with out‑of‑hours call‑outs available in the evenings and at weekends, paid at £35 per call‑out.
About the Role:
We’re looking for a skilled and safety-conscious Gas Engineer to join our team in Peterborough delivering high-quality gas servicing, repairs, and installations across our clients’ housing stock. Your role will be vital in ensuring that all gas appliances and systems are safe, compliant, and fit for continued use.
You’ll carry out a range of domestic gas works including boiler diagnostics, repairs, servicing, and installations. Accuracy, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety are essential, as your work directly impacts the wellbeing of residents, staff, and the wider public. You’ll be expected to work independently and as part of a team, maintaining high standards of customer service and compliance at all times.
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out servicing, repairs, and installations of domestic gas appliances including boilers, cookers, and fires
Diagnose faults and complete remedial works efficiently and safely
Perform landlord gas safety inspections and issue certificates (CP12s)
Ensure all work complies with current gas regulations and internal procedures
Respond to emergency call-outs and urgent repairs when required
Record all work completed using handheld devices or job management systems
Liaise with tenants, housing officers, and internal teams to ensure clear communication
Maintain van stock levels and order materials as needed
Identify and report any safeguarding concerns or property hazards
Work collaboratively with other trades to complete multi-skill jobs
Participate in toolbox talks, training sessions, and safety briefings
Ensure PPE is worn and health & safety procedures are followed at all times
Support apprentices or junior engineers when required
Key Criteria
Qualified to City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Gas Installation and Maintenance
Hold valid ACS certification (e.g. CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1)
Experience in domestic boiler servicing, fault diagnosis, and installation
Knowledge of current gas safety legislation and compliance standards
Experience working in social housing or local authority environments (preferred)
Excellent communication skills with a customer-focused approach
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Comfortable using handheld devices or digital job management systems
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe working practices
Flexible and willing to travel across properties and attend out-of-hours callouts
Full UK driving licence
Benefits we can offer you:
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity (14 weeks full pay, 12 weeks half pay and 13 weeks statutory pay), paternity (2 weeks full pay) and adoption leave
Employee Assistance Programme - free confidential support and counselling available
Mears Rewards offering discounts and cashback at leading retailers including travel, household items and shopping
Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!
Volunteering leave – up to two days per year to support community initiatives
Cycle to Work Scheme
Share save scheme
Recognition and long service awards
Buy up to 5 days holiday each year depending on length of service
Learning and development opportunities
Career progression opportunities across Mears Group
Occupational health support
Green car scheme with Tusker after successful probation period
Company Sick Pay
Life Assurance (1x annual salary)
Company pension scheme with Pensions people
5% employee and 3% employer pension contribution with People pension
Commercial vehicle and fuel card
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