Gas & Plumbing Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Gas & Plumbing Engineer to join our team in Belfast, Northern Ireland. As a Gas & Plumbing Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of gas-fired plant, plumbing systems, and associated mechanical building services across our contract portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend gas and mechanical breakdowns promptly and efficiently across multiple client sites
• Meet required response times for priority tasks to minimise downtime and operational disruption
• Use a PDA effectively for receiving jobs, updating progress, and completing reports
• Diagnose and rectify faults on commercial gas appliances, plant, pipework, and associated mechanical systems
• Carry out gas tightness testing, leak detection, and combustion analysis to ensure safe operation of equipment
• Implement temporary safe solutions where necessary and escalate safety-critical defects immediately
• Complete all assigned planned preventative maintenance activities in accordance with SFG20 maintenance schedules
• Perform mandatory SFG20 servicing and inspection tasks on commercial gas systems, gas pipework, plumbing systems, and associated mechanical assets
• Inspect and maintain boilers, water heaters, radiant heating systems, warm air units, and associated controls
• Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in accordance with manufacturer instructions, Gas Safe requirements, and company procedures
• Identify emerging risks and defects during maintenance visits and raise remedial works where required
• Undertake statutory inspections, servicing, and testing of commercial gas-fired equipment and associated systems
• Carry out gas safety inspections and ensure all equipment remains compliant with current regulations and standards
• Complete combustion performance testing and analyse results to optimise efficiency and safe operation
• Verify the integrity of gas pipework systems through tightness testing and fault investigation
• Ensure all certification, inspection reports, and compliance documentation are completed accurately and submitted within required timescales
• Carry out maintenance and minor repairs to plumbing, heating, and mechanical systems associated with commercial premises
• Diagnose faults on pumps, valves, expansion vessels, controls, and associated plant equipment
• Replace defective components as required to maintain system performance and reliability
• Assist with minor mechanical works and system modifications in support of client requirements
• Take responsibility for managing your workload efficiently across multiple sites
• Plan work effectively to maximise productivity and minimise repeat visits
• Ensure tasks are completed within agreed timelines and to a high professional standard
• Accurately record all maintenance activities, defects, recommendations, and completed works within the CAFM system
• Maintain excellent working relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Comply with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and Gas Safe legislation
• Adhere to permit-to-work systems, risk assessments, and safe systems of work
• Ensure all works are carried out safely and in accordance with company procedures
• Report all hazards, near misses, accidents, and incidents promptly
• Maintain company vehicle, tools, and testing equipment in a safe and serviceable condition

Requirements:

• Recognised apprenticeship in Plumbing, Heating Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Current Commercial Gas Safe Registration
• Minimum three years' experience maintaining commercial gas systems
• Experience of working within a facilities management environment
• Experience delivering SFG20 planned maintenance activities
• Full UK driving licence
• Competent IT skills, including CAFM and mobile applications

Desired Skills:

• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic capability
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong organisational and time management skills

Benefits:

• 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK-based GP from the comfort of your own home
• Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling
• Get Fit Programme
• Financial and legal support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access Perks at Work, our innovative employee app where you can find:
• Perks: discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers
• Life: Search for resources and tools on topics ranging from family and life to health, money and work
• Support: Online chat or telephone service for urgent support in a crisis