Heating Engineer – AR

Location: Kettering
Department: Housing Maintenance & Development
Reports to: Repairs Officer (Gas)

Job Purpose

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Gas Engineer to join the Council’s Housing Maintenance team. You will be responsible for carrying out a range of gas servicing, maintenance, repair, installation and safety works across the Council’s housing stock and corporate properties.

You will work independently and as part of a wider maintenance team, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and in line with current gas regulations and Council procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out gas maintenance and repair works in accordance with allocated work orders.
• Undertake gas installations, servicing, testing and inspections.
• Respond to responsive and emergency repair requests.
• Complete routine servicing and planned maintenance works.
• Carry out planned installation and remedial works.
• Complete gas works within void properties to prepare them for new tenants.
• Ensure all work complies with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 and current industry safety procedures.
• Work in accordance with RAMS and Safe Systems of Work.
• Complete relevant reports, certificates and work orders accurately.
• Use mobile devices to update jobs, order materials and request follow-on works.
• Manage van stock and ensure appropriate materials are available for completing repairs.
• Maintain the allocated vehicle, including completing relevant vehicle checks and paperwork.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and ensure PPE and tools are maintained and used correctly.
• Comply with the Council’s asbestos procedures and undertake relevant training.
• Provide a professional and customer-focused service when working in tenants’ homes.
• Participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota when required.

Essential Requirements

• Current Gas Safe registration.
• CCN1 Core Gas Safety qualification.
• Relevant domestic gas qualifications, including:
  • CPA1
  • CKR1
  • CENWAT1
  • MET1
  • HTR1
  • Range Cooker
  • Unvented Hot Water
• Practical experience carrying out gas installations, servicing and repairs.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
• Ability to use electronic devices to update work orders and complete reports.
• Good customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full, valid driving licence.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training, including CAT B asbestos training.
• Willingness to participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota.

Desirable

• Experience working within social housing or housing maintenance.
• Time-served apprenticeship.
• Experience or qualifications in Oil, LPG, Renewables or Non-Domestic Gas.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Gas Engineer with strong practical experience in domestic gas maintenance and repairs. The successful candidate will be safety-conscious, customer-focused and able to manage their workload effectively while delivering a high-quality service across Council properties.