Heating Engineer – Derby (30-Mile Radius)
Salary: £41,000 per annum
Full Time | Permanent
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Heating Engineer to join a well-established national contractor delivering heating and hot water services within the social housing sector.
This role is covering the Derby area within a 30-mile radius, working on a long-term domestic social housing contract. This is a mobile position; however, all work is restricted to your designated patch, ensuring a manageable and localised workload.
Participation in an out-of-hours rota (evenings and weekends) is required as part of this role.
Overview of the Role
The Heating Engineer will be responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing domestic heating and hot water systems within occupied residential properties.
You will ensure systems operate safely and efficiently while delivering a high standard of customer service to residents.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out servicing and breakdown repairs on domestic gas heating systems
Diagnose faults and complete repairs in line with industry standards
Complete landlord gas safety checks where required
Provide excellent customer service when working in occupied properties
Accurately complete all job-related documentation electronically
Adhere to Health & Safety legislation, Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work
Manage van stock effectively in line with company procedures
Participate in an out-of-hours standby/call-out rota (rota frequency dependent on team structure)
Requirements
Valid ACS Gas Qualifications including CCN1, CENWAT, HTR1, CKR1
Proven experience in domestic service and breakdown environments
Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
Full UK Driving Licence
Professional and customer-focused approach
Experience within social housing (desirable but not essential)
Working Hours
Monday to Friday – 8:00am to 5:00pm (1 hour lunch)
Plus evening and weekend call-out rota.
Package
£41,000 basic salary
Company van and fuel card
Uniform and mobile device provided
Overtime available
Standby allowance (rota-based)
20+ days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
Pension scheme
Healthcare/Dental cash plan
Enhanced family-friendly policies
Ongoing training and support for professional development