Gas Engineer

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Mears Group Plc
Provider of UK housing repairs, maintenance, care services, development and facilities management
Perform domestic gas appliance servicing, repairs, installations and safety inspections.
1 days ago ago
£38,556
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Ilford, England, United Kingdom
Field
Company Size
5,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Property Maintenance
Housing Management
Social Care
Design
Engineering
Technical Services
Facilities Management
Sector Specialisms
Housing Management
Building Repairs and Maintenance
Housing with Care
Energy Efficiency Solutions
Public Sector Building
Affordable Homes
Personal Care Services
Homelessness Solutions
Role
What you would be doing
job recording
emergency repairs
appliance servicing
gas inspections
regulatory compliance
tenant liaison
  • Record all work completed using handheld devices or job management systems
  • Identify and report any safeguarding concerns or property hazards
  • Respond to emergency call-outs and urgent repairs when required
  • Support apprentices or junior engineers when required
  • Maintain van stock levels and order materials as needed
  • Carry out servicing, repairs, and installations of domestic gas appliances including boilers, cookers, and fires
  • Ensure all work complies with current gas regulations and internal procedures
  • Ensure PPE is worn and health & safety procedures are followed at all times
  • Work collaboratively with other trades to complete multi-skill jobs
  • Participate in toolbox talks, training sessions, and safety briefings
  • Liaise with tenants, housing officers, and internal teams to ensure clear communication
  • Perform landlord gas safety inspections and issue certificates (CP12s)
What you bring
acs certified
city & guilds
nvq level3
gas safety
domestic boiler
full licence
  • Experience working in social housing or local authority environments (preferred)
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Hold valid ACS certification (e.g. CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1)
  • Comfortable using handheld devices or digital job management systems
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Flexible and willing to travel across properties and attend out-of-hours callouts
  • Experience in domestic boiler servicing, fault diagnosis, and installation
  • Qualified to City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Gas Installation and Maintenance
  • Knowledge of current gas safety legislation and compliance standards
  • Diagnose faults and complete remedial works efficiently and safely
  • Good understanding of electrical safe isolation and basic wiring principles
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe working practices
  • Excellent communication skills with a customer-focused approach
Benefits
  • Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.
  • Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!
  • Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Access to EAP Counselling sessions
  • Company Vehicle and Fuel Card
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
  • no visa sponsorship offered; candidates must have uk work entitlement.
Security clearance
  • relevant background, identity and security checks required before employment.
Company
Overview
Revenue Tops £1.13亿
Annual Revenue
The company achieved over £1.13 billion in revenue during 2024.
Founded in 1988
Year Established
The company was established in Gloucestershire in 1988.
Over 700,000 Homes
Social Homes Managed
The company maintains over 700,000 social homes across the UK.
  • Rapid growth through acquisitions and organic expansion.
  • Specialist teams provide rapid-response and planned maintenance, refurbishment, boiler servicing, fire safety, and retrofitting services.
  • Delivers tailored care-with-housing schemes and manages tenancies, leaseholds, and emergency accommodation.
  • Builds affordable homes, handles capital works, and offers full lifecycle facilities management.
  • Strategic acquisitions have shaped its full-service housing platform.
Culture + Values
  • Customer First – We put our customers at the heart of everything we do.
  • Make a Difference – We work with passion and drive to make a real difference.
  • Be Accountable – We take ownership and are responsible for our actions.
  • Teamwork – We believe in the power of collaboration and working together.
  • Integrity – We act with honesty and transparency in everything we do.
Environment + Sustainability
Net zero target
By 2050
A commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
50% reduction target
Carbon emissions by 2030
Aiming to reduce carbon emissions by half by 2030.
  • Sustainable construction practices and solutions.
  • Investment in low-carbon technologies and renewable energy sources.
  • Reducing waste to landfill through effective recycling programs.
  • Partnerships with suppliers to improve sustainability across the supply chain.
Inclusion & Diversity
40% by 2025
Women in Leadership
Aim to achieve a gender balance target with 40% women in leadership roles by 2025.
  • Continuous monitoring and reporting on gender diversity.
  • Annual training on unconscious bias and inclusive leadership.
  • Support for gender pay gap reporting and reduction initiatives.
  • Encouraging flexible working to support diverse teams.
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