At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform gas servicing, breakdowns, repairs, and compliance reporting for commercial kitchens.
- Company: Vectis Refrigeration is expanding its commercial catering service on the Isle of Wight.
- Benefits: Earn between £42,000 to £48,000 with paid overtime, a company van, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Relocation support available for the right candidate.
- Why this job: Join a growing division and help shape high standards in commercial catering.
- Qualifications: Must have Gas Safe registration and COMCAT qualifications; ideally COMCAT1 and COMCAT3.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 41000 £ per year.
Isle of Wight based
Full time
£42,000 to £48,000 basic, depending on experience
Overtime, van, tools, training and career progression
Mainland engineers welcome. Relocation or transition support considered for the right person.
Vectis Refrigeration is expanding its commercial catering service offering and is looking for a qualified Commercial Catering Gas Engineer to help lead this side of the business. This is not just another van and job list role. We are looking for the right engineer to help us build a proper commercial catering division, set high standards and support long term clients across the Isle of Wight. We already have a strong refrigeration, air conditioning and maintenance client base, and commercial catering is a natural next step for the business.
The role
- Commercial catering gas servicing, breakdowns and repairs
- Planned preventative maintenance
- Fault finding on commercial kitchen equipment
- Gas safety checks and compliance reporting
- Installs and commissioning where required
- Clear digital job reports
- Client advice and technical recommendations
- Support in shaping our commercial catering standards and processes
You will be working across schools, hospitality venues, holiday parks, commercial kitchens, care sector clients and other commercial sites.
What we need
- Gas Safe registration for commercial catering
- COMCAT qualifications
- Strong fault finding ability
- Good electrical understanding
- Full UK driving licence
- Professional communication with clients
- Pride in proper PPM, not tick box servicing
- Ability to work independently and help grow the department
Ideally, you will hold COMCAT1 and COMCAT3 as a minimum. COMCAT5, LPG, Rational, warewash or manufacturer training would be a strong advantage.
What we offer
- £42,000 to £48,000 basic, depending on experience
- Paid overtime
- Company van
- Tools and equipment
- Training and manufacturer development
- Opportunity to become the lead engineer in a growing division
- Local island based work
- Strong client base from day one
- A business that wants to do the job properly
We are also open to mainland engineers who want a better quality of work, more ownership and a chance to help build something rather than just being another number in a national firm. For the right person, relocation or transition support can be discussed.
About Vectis Refrigeration
Vectis Refrigeration is an Isle of Wight based refrigeration, air conditioning, heat pump and commercial maintenance business. We support commercial clients across the island and are expanding our wider facilities and catering engineering capability. If you are a qualified commercial catering gas engineer who wants a proper long term role with responsibility, support and room to grow, we would like to hear from you.
To apply, send your CV or a short message telling us about your experience.
Commercial Catering Gas Engineer - Vectis Refrigeration Ltd in Cowes employer: Vectis Refrigeration Ltd
Vectis Refrigeration, based on the Isle of Wight, offers a strong client base and opportunities for career progression. The team focuses on quality service in refrigeration and catering engineering, ensuring long-term client satisfaction.
