Heating Engineer

Location: Bedfordshire
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00am – 6:00pm (1-hour unpaid lunch break)
Salary: £35k DOE
Contract: Full-time, 3-month probationary period

About Our Client

Our client has been providing buildings support to local authorities, social landlords, NHS trusts, and private sector clients for over 40 years. Founded in 1979, they have a proven track record of delivering successful mechanical, electrical, and security services and solutions to their commercial and domestic clients, with whom they have developed longstanding partnerships.

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled Gas Heating Engineer to carry out servicing and remedial repairs to gas-fired heating boilers and whole heating systems within both occupied and unoccupied properties. You will meet client requirements and expectations in accordance with detailed specifications, in a timely fashion, and in compliance with current gas legislation.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Knowledge of main boiler manufacturer installation and servicing requirements.
• Proficient in commissioning gas heating boilers and associated controls.
• Demonstrate fault-finding/diagnostic skills and carry out necessary repairs.
• Competent in draining down and re-filling heating systems to replace defective parts.
• Ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• Participate in ‘out-of-hours’ emergency call-out on a rota basis.
• Perform other duties as reasonably requested.

Person Specification

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Possess practical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Work carefully, methodically, and safely.
• Operate independently as much work is done in a lone environment.
• Have good written and spoken communication skills.
• Be a team player with strong customer care skills.
• Hold a valid CSCS card.
• Be aware of asbestos safety and risk assessment processes.
• Be comfortable working in confined spaces and at heights.
• Have experience with boiler flue arrangements and related building materials.
• Be able to cover callouts on a rota basis.
• Live within the Bedfordshire area.

Essential Qualifications/Skills:

• Current ACS qualifications (CCN1, CENWAT, CPA1, CKR1, HTR1).
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Working for Our Client

• 21 days holiday increasing by 1 day every 2 years' service up to a maximum of 25 days, plus statutory days.
• Pension scheme – Auto enrolment.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Life insurance.
• Employee Referral Scheme.
• Staff Discounts.
• Company Van, Mobile Phone, and Uniform provided.

Why Join Our Client?

You will be part of a friendly and busy team with excellent training and support. There will be ample opportunity to enhance your skills and advance your career as the company continues to grow. Our client recognizes individual talent, encourages professional development, and rewards success.

If you have the talent, energy, and spirit and are eager to learn, we want to hear from you!

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