At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep communities safe by responding to gas leaks and emergencies, and maintaining gas infrastructure.
- Company: A leading gas distribution business committed to sustainable energy solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible leave, retirement plan, and wellness programmes.
- Other info: Join an award-winning employer with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while building a rewarding career.
- Qualifications: ACS qualification, full driving licence, and strong teamwork skills required.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 27000 £ per year.
Who are we? We are a gas distribution business that services the gas infrastructure across Wales and the south-west of England. We serve our customers and communities with safe, reliable, and affordable energy services while investing to create a sustainable future to deliver our carbon free vision for 2050.
What we're looking for? Experienced gas engineers to play a key part in keeping the communities we serve safe. Play a key role in the gas emergency service responding to gas leaks and emergencies reported by members of the public. Participate in the provision of an emergency service delivered safely, cost‑effectively and efficiently. Classify and, where appropriate, defer gas escapes, testing, survey and detection and diagnostic work in gas consumer premises and on our network. Install, maintain, replace and remove gas meters.
You’ll need to have:
- A minimum of one ACS qualification - such as MET1, CMA1, CCN1, CMET, Appliances, etc.
- A full valid driving licence.
- A willingness to work various shift patterns including weekend and evening work, and to participate in a 24/7 standby rota.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions.
- Strong teamwork skills.
- A keen sense of pride in delivering great customer service.
- Commitment to undertaking the necessary training and upskilling.
What’s in it for you?
- Average earnings of £47,000 pa based on a fully qualified operational engineer, starting salary £38,208 pa rising to £40,617 pa plus overtime and shift premium payments when fully qualified.
- A structured pay & competency framework that rewards skills, competence and enables career progression.
- Additional earnings through the standby rota, overtime and additional work.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with flexibility to align with personal celebrations.
- Retirement savings plan with Aviva: 5% employee contribution, with WWU matching to 10% (15% total).
- 14 salary life insurance linked to the retirement plan.
- Flexible benefit scheme options including corporate gym membership, dental insurance and health cash plans.
- Financial wellbeing programme.
- Enhanced pay for parental leave.
- Retail discounts and cashback scheme.
- Friends & family discount for Three Mobile and Broadband.
- Colleague recognition, including Annual Celebrating Excellence Awards.
- Living Wage Accredited Employer.
- Award winning employer for outstanding contribution to workplace health and wellbeing, and leader in equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Annual salary review.
- Monthly bonus via incentive scheme.
- Company sick pay.
- In house occupational health team.
- Employee assistance programme.
- Company vehicle, tools, PPE and uniform.
Gas Engineer employer: Job Search Place Limited
As a leading gas distribution business in Wales and the south-west of England, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that prioritises the safety and well-being of our employees while delivering reliable energy services to our communities. With competitive salaries, a structured pay framework, and numerous benefits including flexible leave options, retirement savings plans, and a commitment to employee growth through training and recognition programmes, we foster a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion. Join us to be part of a team dedicated to creating a sustainable future and making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.
