Competitive pay Expression of Interest – Gas Engineer
Location: Evesham
Contract Start Date: 1 July 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Overview
Mears Group is preparing to mobilise a new long‑term social housing repairs and maintenance partnership across the wider Midlands region. The contract will include responsive repairs, planned maintenance and property services with a strong focus on customer service, quality and community investment.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out servicing, repairs, and installations of domestic gas appliances including boilers, cookers, and fires.
- Diagnose faults and complete remedial works efficiently and safely.
- Perform landlord gas safety inspections and issue certificates (CP12s).
- Ensure all work complies with current gas regulations and internal procedures.
- Respond to emergency call‑outs and urgent repairs when required.
- Record all work completed using handheld devices or job management systems.
- Liaise with tenants, housing officers, and internal teams to ensure clear communication.
- Maintain van stock levels and order materials as needed.
- Identify and report any safeguarding concerns or property hazards.
- Work collaboratively with other trades to complete multi‑skill jobs.
- Participate in toolbox talks, training sessions, and safety briefings.
- Ensure PPE is worn and health & safety procedures are followed at all times.
- Support apprentices or junior engineers when required.
- Use relevant IT and job management systems to manage, prioritise and complete workloads efficiently and within agreed timescales.
Role Criteria
- Qualified to City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Gas Installation and Maintenance.
- Hold valid ACS certification (e.g. CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1).
- Experience in domestic boiler servicing, fault diagnosis, and installation.
- Good understanding of electrical safe isolation and basic wiring principles.
- Knowledge of current gas safety legislation and compliance standards.
- Experience working in social housing or local authority environments (preferred).
- Excellent communication skills with a customer‑focused approach.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Comfortable using handheld devices or digital job management systems.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe working practices.
- Flexible and willing to travel across properties and attend out‑of‑hours call‑outs.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Entitlement to work within the UK; Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
- Subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.
Equal Opportunities
Mears Group is an equal opportunities employer and commits to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. All applicants will be assessed on a merit basis.
