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More about your role

Do you consider yourself a positive, energetic person? We are looking for someone who is as spirited as we are about delivering great customer service.  It's our passionate approach that has made Places for People one of the largest and most innovative property management companies in the UK.

You will deliver an effective day-to-day Gas service, repair and installation service to customers whilst ensuring that Health and Safety, Gas Safe, Group Gas Policy and other legislative requirements are met throughout Scotland. With direct management of operational staff to ensure the delivery of a cost-effective customer focused repair service, you will provide technical support to the Works Manager and the trades team covering Gas maintenance and repair issues.

More about you

You will have a trade related background and must have previous experience in the management of Gas trade operatives and an insurance background would be advantageous.  You must be a Gas Safe registered engineer (CCN1, CPA1, CENWAT, CKR1 & HTR1), qualified time served tradesperson and qualified to ACS level. 

You will have extensive knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, Gas Safe Regulations, be an effective communicator and a commitment to providing a First Time Fix and excellent customer service skills.  In addition, you will be able to organise your workload whilst dealing with several conflicting deadlines and demonstrable knowledge of IT systems.  A driving licence is essential for this role. 

The 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: 

• Pension with matched contributions
• 35 days Holiday per year
• Company van provided
• Excellent sick pay
• Training

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.

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