Gas Engineer

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Gas Engineer

  • Location:
    Edinburgh (EH16)
  • Salary:
    £43,081.37 + Bonus + Benefits
  • Employment Type:
    Permanent
  • Hours per Week:
    39
  • Grade:
    5
  • Closing Date:
    11 November 2024

More about you 

As a Gas Engineer with Places for People you will be expected to ensure all gas appliances and systems owned by the group are serviced and maintained to meet all statutory requirements, customer expectations and group procedures. Our team of Gas Engineers carry out the gas heating and hot water repairs, maintenance and servicing works for our internal and external customers in a safe manner.

As an Engineer will receive daily appointments via handheld device, and you will visit customers with prearranged appointments where you will carry out a variety of work, including service, maintenance and breakdown works as well as completing LGSR's. You will be expected to have excellent fault-finding and breakdown knowledge.

As part of this team you will identify and record any defects found reporting parts/work required following van stock and material ordering procedures. You will maintain the tools, equipment and van provided to you and ensure they are kept in good working order. 

Your working days will typically be Monday to Friday. With a requirement for on–call on a rota basis. There may also be overtime available occasionally.

More about your role

To be considered for this role you will hold a relevant technical gas qualification to NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent qualification) and also possess all current ACS accreditation in CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1 and HTR1.  You will also have experience working in a similar role.

You will have a good understanding of domestic heating systems, a sound knowledge of boiler and control systems including wiring. An understanding of health and safety in the work place is essential for this role. You will see the importance of providing excellent customer care and service and have a positive approach to engaging our customers.

As the successful candidate you will be a highly competent professional who takes pride in their job, possess excellent customer service skills and a full driving licence. In return for your commitment we offer an excellent salary and benefits package, including holiday buy and sell, life insurance, life assurance scheme and company sick pay, with ongoing training and development. We will also provide you with the tools to perform in your role, such as a company vehicle, full company uniform, tablet and mobile

Benefits

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:

  • Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
  • Company Van with fuel card
  • Equipment including Power Pack tools and tablet provided
  • PPE and Full uniform provided
  • Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
  • Excellent holiday package – up to 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave
  • Overtime as and when required
  • Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
  • A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
  • Training and development
  • Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.

More about us

We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's more than just homes that make a community - it's people. That's why we build homes and manage communities where everyone can thrive. 

But we aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're a part of our cause. 

What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team recruitment@placesforpeople.co.uk 

If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.

Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.

If you are using a mobile device such as an iPad then ensure your CV is stored in the cloud, we currently support Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox.

 

If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls 

 

Armed Forces - We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant. Places for People will guarantee an interview for any candidate who is serving or has formerly served in the Armed Forces, as a reservist, armed forces veteran (including the wounded, injured and sick), cadet instructor and military spouse/partner and who meets the essential criteria for the vacancy.

Disability Confident - We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident scheme certified as Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This helps us to successfully employ and retain people with disabilities and health conditions. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview. The Equality Act 2010 (Disability Discrimination Act 1995 for NI) defines a disabled person as someone who has a physical or mental impairment that has sa substantial and long-term negative effect on their ability to do daily activities.

Neurodivergent – Neurodiverse individuals have highly valuable skills, and we recognise that a traditional interview process sometimes works against them and doesn’t allow them to self-advocate. Neurodiverse applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview.

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Edinburgh (EH16)
1 Hay Avenue, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH16 4RW
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