Gas Engineer in Eastleigh

Although this role is advertised in a specific location, you will be required to work in surrounding areas. We are the UK's leading social enterprise dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving communities.

Responsibilities

• You will provide gas maintenance, servicing, and installation across all assets, following our guiding standards.
• You'll maintain tools, equipment, and PPE, conducting work in compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act and Gas Safety Regulations.
• You'll participate in the on‑call rota, ensure company vehicles are maintained per fleet policy, and support managers in improving service delivery.
• You'll build effective relationships with stakeholders, including Gas Safe and NICEIC, and take part in audits and quality control inspections.
• Additionally, you'll manage van stock and materials to maximise first‑time fixes and maintain accurate records while ensuring safe work practices.

This role requires a satisfactory Basic DBS check.

Essential Criteria

• Gas accredited and hold all relevant ACS qualifications, Gas Safe registration.
• Hold a valid driving license.
• Industry knowledge including Health & Safety, Gas Regulations and CDM processes.

Qualifications

• You must be gas accredited with strong technical skills in safety and compliance, holding relevant ACS qualifications, Gas Safe registration, and a valid driving license.
• You should have solid industry knowledge, including Health & Safety, Gas Regulations, and CDM processes, and be able to communicate effectively, both written and verbally, while maintaining accurate data.
• You should be self‑motivated, have strong time management skills and a customer‑focused approach.
• You should be able to prioritise and manage a varied workload, meet deadlines, and suggest improvements to service delivery.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, including fault diagnosis and rectification, are essential.
• Exceeding personal targets and KPIs is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly.
• Company Van with fuel card.
• Equipment including Power Pack tools and tablet provided.
• PPE and Full uniform provided.
• Pension with matched contributions up to 7 %.
• Excellent holiday package – up to 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Overtime as and when required.
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year.
• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2 %.
• Training and development.
• Extra perks including discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and more.

Safeguarding

At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse and neglect. We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre‑employment checks, including DBS checks where applicable, to promote a safe work environment. By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns.

Armed Forces

We guarantee an interview for any candidate who is serving or has formerly served in the Armed Forces, including the wounded, injured and sick, cadet instructor or military spouse/partner and who meets the essential criteria for the vacancy.

Disability Confident

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident scheme certified as Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview.

Neurodivergent

Neurodiverse applicants who meet the criteria for the vacancy will be guaranteed an interview.