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Posted 08 August, 2026

Gas Engineer

Places for People
Samlesbury, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

We're hiring a qualified Gas Engineer, offering a company van and consistent work within your Community. Places for People is one of the UK's largest housing providers and is proud to be recognised as one of the UK's Top 50 Best Workplaces. We are committed to creating inclusive Communities and improving Customers' lives. You'll be working locally, making a real difference to People's homes and the neighbourhoods we operate in.What you'll getUse of a company vanwith fuel card35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)with options to buy and sell leaveOvertimeopportunities availableCoreworking hours of 08:00-16:30 Monday-FridayTools, uniform, iPad, mobile phone and PPE providedPensionwith matched contributions up to 7%Permanent, secure employmentConsistent workloadwithin your dedicated areaA bonus scheme for all Colleagues at up to 2%Death in Service benefitSick payWhat you'll be doingCarrying outgas servicing, maintenance and installation across domestic propertiesWorking in line with gas safety regulations and health and safety standardsParticipating in an on call rota when requiredManaging van stock to maximise first time fix ratesCollaborating with teams to meet service targetsRecordingwork activity and compliance documentationWhat your day looks likeA structured schedule covering servicing, maintenance andinstallation workTravelling between jobs inyour company vanWorking independently or with a team of other tradespeopleEngaging directlywith Customers in their homesCompletingwork efficiently while maintaining compliance and safety standardsWhere you'llworkYou will beworking across:Occupied homesEmpty (void) propertiesA range of domestic propertieswithin your local areaEnvironments involvingvulnerable CustomersEssentialCriteria (you need to meet all of these to be shortlisted)ACSgas qualifications and Gas Safe registrationExperienceworking as a Gas Engineer, ideally within social housing or domestic propertiesFull UK driving licenceDue to the area this patch covers, you will need to be basedwithin the PR postcodeNice to have (not essential)Experienceworking to service KPIsStrong fault finding skillsOur hiring processWe're moving quickly and aim to interview as soon as possible for suitable candidates. If successful, when you join us you'll start an induction programme, which covers our systems, how we do things here and anything else you'll need to know.Important informationThis role will require a Basic DBS checkYou may be required to work across surrounding areasReady to apply?If you want to support customers in your local community, this could be the right role for you.If you're looking for a stable role with consistent work, strong benefits, and the opportunity to make a real impact locally, we'd welcome your application.What`s next? If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment teamIf you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on .Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.If you are using a mobile device such as an iPad then ensure your CV is stored in the cloud, we currently support Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox.If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls.Safeguarding At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect.We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities.TPBN1_UKTJ