At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair commercial gas systems in schools, ensuring safe learning environments.
- Company: Join Amey, a leader in infrastructure and facilities management.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company van, career development, and secure permanent role.
- Other info: Dynamic role with varied tasks and opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in local communities by supporting schools across East Scotland.
- Qualifications: Gas Safe Registration and experience with commercial gas systems required.
The predicted salary is between 46000 - 46000 £ per year.
Edinburgh, Clackmannanshire & Scottish Borders Permanent | Full-time This role is on-site based. (Salary range: £37,000‑£46,000 per annum) Standard hours: 37.5 hours per week (Mon‑Fri)
Join Amey's dedicated Schools Account team and play a vital role in keeping educational environments safe, warm and operational for thousands of pupils, teachers and support staff across East Scotland. This field‑based role primarily covers schools in Edinburgh, with occasional travel to sites in Clackmannanshire and the Scottish Borders. With a portfolio of approximately 23 school sites, no two days are the same. From planned maintenance and fault finding to system upgrades and commissioning, you will deliver high‑quality engineering solutions that directly support local communities.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Company van provided for business use
- Permanent, secure role within a long‑term PFI schools contract
- Monday to Friday working pattern, 37.5 hours per week
- Opportunity to work across a diverse estate of educational facilities
- Career development and training opportunities within a leading infrastructure and facilities management business
The Role
As a Commercial Gas Engineer, you will take ownership of the maintenance, servicing and repair of commercial heating and gas systems across our schools estate. You will work independently across multiple sites while being supported by a collaborative and professional facilities team.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Carrying out planned preventative and reactive maintenance activities
- Diagnosing faults and repairing commercial gas and heating systems
- Servicing and inspecting commercial gas appliances
- Performing combustion analysis and flue gas integrity testing
- Maintaining boilers, pumps, ventilation systems and associated plant equipment
- Identifying and replacing life‑expired assets
- Undertaking minor plumbing and mechanical works where required
- Supporting installations, upgrades, commissioning and project works
- Conducting inspections, risk assessments and statutory compliance checks
- Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with regulations
- Contributing to continuous improvement and reducing waste across the contract
This role requires regular travel between sites and may occasionally involve working at height or outdoors in varying weather conditions.
What You'll Bring
We are looking for an experienced engineer who takes pride in delivering excellent service and maintaining safe learning environments.
Essential Requirements
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Current Gas Safe Registration
- Relevant commercial gas qualifications
- Proven experience servicing and repairing commercial and industrial boilers and gas appliances
- Strong fault‑finding, diagnostic and problem‑solving skills
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Mechanical Engineering or Plumbing
- Legionella awareness and compliance knowledge
- Previous plumbing experience
- Experience working in education, healthcare or other large estates environments
Why This Role Matters
This is more than a maintenance position. Every day, your expertise will help create safe, comfortable and reliable learning environments for schools across East Scotland. You will be part of a team that supports local communities while working on a varied and technically engaging portfolio of sites.
Safeguarding
Amey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees are expected to share this commitment. An enhanced PVG check will be required before employment commences.
Commercial Gas Engineer employer: Amey
Amey is an excellent employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a competitive salary alongside comprehensive training opportunities. Located in Sheffield, our dynamic work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, making it an ideal environment for those passionate about highways maintenance and safety. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your career progression.
