Annual salary: up to £37,044.00 Gas Engineer Spennymoor Full Time, Permanent, 40 hrs a week: Monday – Friday Salary up to £37,044 per annum, plus, company van & fuel card We are the largest provider of repairs and maintenance, and regeneration services across the UK. Mears provide tailored rapid-response and planned maintenance services through partnering arrangements with more than 70 local authorities, Arm’s Length Management Organisations and Housing Associations. About the Role: A Gas Engineer within our Spennymoor branch will support residents with reactive repairs across our portfolio of properties working on a planned route this will include carrying service repairs and assisting with any breakdowns and new installs. The role of a gas engineer encompasses a variety of responsibilities aimed at ensuring the safety and efficiency of gas systems. The primary duties include performing gas service and repairs, with a particular focus on boiler repairs and conducting annual gas safety checks to comply with regulatory standards. In addition to these core tasks, the ideal candidate should possess a qualification in air source heat pumps, which, while not mandatory, is highly desirable and would enhance their capability to handle a broader range of heating systems. The technician will be responsible for addressing repairs and breakdowns promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to service. Regular maintenance tasks are also a key part of the role, requiring a proactive approach to prevent potential issues before they arise. Annual checks are a critical component of the job, involving thorough inspections of the flue system, which is often located in the loft. This requires the technician to access and inspect these areas to ensure they are functioning correctly and safely. Additionally, the role involves accessing gas meters to perform necessary inspections and ensure accurate readings. Overall, this position demands a comprehensive understanding of gas systems, a commitment to maintaining high safety standards, and the ability to perform detailed inspections and repairs efficiently. The technician must be adept at troubleshooting and resolving issues swiftly to maintain the reliability of gas services. You will be responsible for going into lofts and confined spaces and to participate in call out cover if and when required to ensure contract compliance & service user satisfaction for emergency repairs. Key Criteria: Qualified to City and Guilds/ Gas Service Engineer standard and hold appropriate ACS certification CCN1, CENWAT, and CKR1 minimum Previous experience in the job Full UK Driving licence Provide own hand tools Previous experience working in social housing All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. Benefits we can offer you 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment. Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more. Family friendly policies Company Van, Fuel Card and Uniform To apply, follow the link below or to discuss your application further please contact Francesca Park on f.park-daviesmearsgroup.co.uk Mears Group is a Disability Confident employer and recognises our people as our greatest asset, we hire individuality, recognising and valuing everyone is individual and ensuring equal access to opportunities for all regardless of social economic background or individual make up. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant DBS/Security checks either before or upon commencement of employment. We are the people behind the smile At Mears we look for people who share our vision and values - to make a positive difference to the communities we serve. We do this by improving homes, improving communities and improving lives. We are proud of our business and the opportunities we provide to colleagues working across the UK. Our Values - Customers / Innovation / Teamwork / Responsibility