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.
Commercial Gas Engineer
Based in Rochford – Covering South East Area
£47,996 per year
40 hours per week - Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pm
We have an opportunity for a Commercial Gas Engineer to join our team based in Rochford, covering the South East Area. In this role, you will safely, efficiently, and professionally deliver the installation, servicing, maintenance, and repair of commercial gas systems and associated mechanical equipment. The role ensures compliance with industry regulations, supports operational reliability for customers, and contributes to safe and effective gas network or plant operations.
The role of Commercial Gas Engineer will include:
* Diagnosing and repairing faults on commercial gas appliances, boilers, plant rooms, and heating systems, and conducting planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance
* Carrying out commissioning, decommissioning, and testing of commercial gas systems
* Installing commercial boilers, heating systems, burners, pipework, and associated mechanical components, and ensuring installations comply with relevant legislation (Gas Safety, IGEM standards, manufacturer guidance)
* Completing gas safety checks, CP15/CP16 certificates, and other compliance documentation
* Following safe systems of work, including risk assessments and method statements, and maintaining accurate records in line with regulations and company procedures
* Providing clear updates to customers and stakeholders on work progress
* Identifying improvement opportunities and advising on system efficiency and upgrades, and assisting colleagues and apprentices with technical guidance and support
* Maintaining tools, equipment, and vehicle to company standards
Skills and experiences:
* To ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation, candidates applying for this role must be qualified to CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1, COCN1 / CODNCO1, ICPN1, TPCP1/1A, CIGA1, CORT1, CDGA1CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, CPA1, Gas Auditing Qualification, HTR1, Unvented - G3 Certificate, Water Regulations (WRAS)- Or currently undertaking the qualifications. 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.
* Working knowledge of the installation, servicing and maintenance of gas heating systems in commercial properties
* Proven experience of analysing and diagnosing problems and implementing effective solutions
* Ability to use and update computerised systems (including PDA) for work scheduling
* Proven experience of working to deadlines and prioritising work loads
* 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
* Role salary is £45,589 with an additional policy allowance of £2,407 per annum
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Closing Date: 17 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.