Sanctuary provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary organisations. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.
Gas Engineer
Based in Rochford – Covering the local and surrounding areas
£44,347 - £46,681 per year
40 hours per week – Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pm
We have an opportunity for a Gas Engineer to join our Property Services department based in Rochford, to provide an effective Gas Operations service that meets contract and customer expectations, including gas installation, servicing and repairs.
Property Services is responsible for delivering a high quality and cost effective property repairs, compliance and installation and estate services across the UK to mainly internal clients and additionally a small number of external clients. It is also responsible for operational Health and Safety of the service, including fire safety and
delivering effective group wide asset management and reinvestment programmes.
The role of Gas Engineer will include:
* Carrying out fault fixing, maintenance, installation duties and commissioning of gas central heating systems
* Providing accurate and timely information on progress and advice that is easily understood by the customer and ensuring accurate daily work records are completed
* Ensuring tools and equipment are maintained in good condition and stocks are replenished as needed, in accordance with the agreed requisition procedures and budgets
* Responding positively to complaints and breakdowns in service delivery to meet customer expectations
* Resolving problems or setting into motion the means of resolution
Skills and experiences:
* To ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation, candidates applying for this role must be qualified to CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, CPA1, HTR1, Unvented - G3 Certificate, Water Regulations (WRAS) or currently undertaking the qualification. As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to bring with them the original certification verifying proof of their qualifications. Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted
* Proven experience of working to deadlines and prioritising work loads
* Proven experience of analysing and diagnosing problems and implementing effective solutions
* Working knowledge of the installation, servicing and maintenance of gas heating system
* Working knowledge of building regulations, particularly Part L Energy Efficiency
* This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence
About us
We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.
Our Benefits
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:
* 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
* A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
* Life Assurance
* Employee Advice Service including counselling
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Voluntary health plans
* Employee discounts
* Wellbeing support and tools
* Employee recognition scheme
* Staff Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
* Effective 1st April £44,347 per annum (rising to £46,681 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)
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Closing Date: 31 March 2026
If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you – propertyservices.rec@sanctuary.co.uk
We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
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Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.
Building Equality and Diversity
Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working.
A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.