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Qualified Gas Engineer – Domestic & Social Housing
Places for People is one of the UK’s largest housing providers, recognised as one of the Top 50 Best Workplaces in the UK. We’re committed to building inclusive communities and improving the lives of our customers. If you’re a Gas Engineer seeking stable, rewarding work that directly impacts your local neighbourhood, this role is for you.
You’ll be working locally, ensuring gas systems are safe and functioning across a range of domestic properties—including occupied homes, void properties, and community buildings—while serving vulnerable customers.
What You’ll Get
- Company van with fuel card
- 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays), with options to buy/sell spare days
- Overtime opportunities available
- Core working hours: 09:00–16:30 (Mon–Fri)
- Full equipment & PPE provided (tools, uniform, iPad, mobile phone)
- Pension with 7% employer contribution (matched up to this level)
- Permanent, secure employment
- Consistent, geographically focused workload
- Bonus scheme (up to 2% for all colleagues)
- Death in Service benefit
- Competitive sick pay
What You’ll Be Doing
Working to strict gas safety regulations, your role includes:
- Conducting full gas servicing, maintenance and installation across domestic properties
- Ensuring compliance with all Gas Safe Register and health & safety standards
- Participating in an on-call rota when required
- Optimising first-time fix rates by managing van stock and resources efficiently
- Collaborating with internal teams to meet service targets
- Accurately recording work activity and compliance documentation
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A Typical Day
- Follow a structured schedule for tap-ins, maintenance, and installations
- Travel between jobs using your company van
- Work independently or as part of a trade team
- Engage directly with customers in their homes, often supporting vulnerable individuals
- Complete tasks efficiently while adhering to safety and compliance standards
Where You’ll Work
You’ll be based in the BB postcode area and cover:
- Occupied homes
- Void/demolished properties
- Diverse domestic properties (e.g., flats, houses, social housing)
- Environments supporting vulnerable customers
Key Requirements
Essential Criteria (Must Meet All To Be Shortlisted)
- Valid ACS gas qualifications (Core, Domestic Heating, and Gas Safe registration)
- Proven experience as a Gas Engineer, preferably in social housing or domestic settings
- Full UK driving licence (note: postcode-based location requires residency in the BB area)
- Willingness to undergo a Basic DBS check (note: safeguarding is a company priority)
Nice to Have
- Experience working to service KPIs
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Why Join Us?
✅ Local impact – Improve homes and communities you know ✅ Stability & growth – Permanent role with ** progression opportunities** ✅ Work-life balance – Consistent workload and flexible leave options ✅ Supportive environment – Collaborative teams and structured training
"If you’re looking for a stable role with consistent work, strong benefits, and the chance to make a real difference locally, apply today."
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- Active Serving Personnel
- Veterans (including wounded/injured/ill)
- Reservists, Cadet Instructors and Military Spouses/Partners
Deferment from selection processes applies where possible.
Disability Confident (Level 2)
✅ Applicants with disabilities and health conditions who meet core criteria receive direct interview invitations. We follow Equality Act 2010 protections.
Neurodiversity-Inclusive
🧠 Neurodiverse applicants who meet hiring requirements are also guaranteed interviews.
Safeguarding
At Places for People, safeguarding is a shared responsibility. All staff undergo training and a DBS check, and we expect everyone to uphold rigorous safeguarding standards, protecting children, young people, and adults at risk.
Next Steps
Ready to begin? Apply via our 5-minute online process:
- Upload a CV
- Submit a supporting statement outlining how you meet the essential criteria (Top tip: Use Google Drive/OneDrive/Dropbox to store your CV if applying on mobile.)
Ask Us Questions
Email the Recruitment Team if you’d like clarification.
Contact for Customers Applying For support applying or career advice, email: skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk
Note: The closing date may move if we receive high-quality applications early, so apply now to avoid disqualification.
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