Gas Engineer Maintenance

About Us

Advance Northumberland is a diverse property investment & development business, delivering opportunities to improve prosperity, tackle inequalities and drive economic growth in support of Northumberland County Council. Whether its support for new and developing businesses, the remediation of challenging brownfield sites, building of large-scale manufacturing units, delivering new purpose-built offices, delivery of major town centre redevelopments, including complex retail developments, leisure facilities or the delivery of high-quality market sale and affordable housing it can all be found in this unique regeneration company.

We work collaboratively with stakeholders and partners, delivering positive physical and economic development.  Focusing on the needs and aspirations of the county, addressing economic, housing and infrastructure challenges whilst capitalising on Northumberland’s significant assets and opportunities. We deliver a comprehensive regeneration capability to improve the County’s economic prosperity, regenerate communities, improve liveability and create a more connected and aspirational County.

In doing so, we will support a broader county-wide assets-based approach to promote economic growth and an improved quality of life for its communities. Building on the opportunities emerging from the North east combined authority to enhance its regeneration impact, taking its lead from Northumberland County Council, and working in collaboration with key partners.

Our maintenance team supports the business with the repairs and maintenance of our key assets, this includes, residential, commercial, grounds maintenance and new homes. We aim to deliver excellent service to all of our customers, regardless of the type of property occupied., making sure they are happy tenants.

We are increasing the size of the team and have an opportunity for an additional Gas Engineer to join our team.

Our Values

Our values are at the centre of our activities, linking to our vision to make Northumberland a wonderful place for people to live work and do business.

• Collaboration
• Accountability
• Respect
• Ambition

Working for Advance Northumberland

We care about our colleagues and their wellbeing and have been nationally recognised for this. Apart from the competitive salary and performance related incentive scheme, we also have fantastic benefits. We focus on our colleague’s health, wealth, and lifestyle.

The Role

This is a new role within our Maintenance Team, you will work as part of the wider team, ensuring the effective installation, maintenance and repair of domestic and commercial gas appliances in a wide variety of settings.

Role Purpose

To deliver high-quality gas servicing, maintenance, repairs, and installation works across occupied domestic properties, void homes, and facilities buildings. The Gas Engineer ensures all gas appliances and systems are safe, compliant, efficient, and reliable, while delivering excellent customer service and minimising disruption to tenants and building users. The role supports the organisation’s commitment to safety, compliance, energy efficiency, and well‑maintained homes.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out gas servicing, safety inspections, repairs, and installations on domestic gas appliances and heating systems.
• Undertake fault diagnosis and corrective repairs on boilers, fires, cookers, pipework, and associated controls.
• Complete Landlord Gas Safety Records (LGSR), service reports, and compliance documentation accurately and on time.
• Ensure all works comply with Gas Safe regulations, manufacturer instructions, and organisational procedures.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance and respond to emergency gas repairs and call-outs as required.
• Carry out minor plumbing works associated with gas repairs including pipework, valves, and fixtures.
• Work safely and respectfully in occupied homes, maintaining clean work areas and clear communication with tenants.
• Support void property turnaround programmes to ensure properties are gas-safe and ready for occupation.
• Identify and report hazards including unsafe appliances, carbon monoxide risks, ventilation issues, or defective flues.
• Accurately record job details, photographs, materials used, and completion notes using digital devices.

Vehicle Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicles safely and in line with UK road law and fleet policies.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and report defects immediately.
• Maintain a clean, roadworthy vehicle and comply with servicing schedules.
• Maintain van stock including gas fittings, tools, PPE, and testing equipment.
• Secure tools and materials safely during transit and on site.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience Required

Behavioural Expectations

• Professional and courteous behaviour at all times.
• Customer-focused approach with respect for tenant homes.
• High standards of workmanship and attention to detail.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and compliance.
• Positive team-working attitude and effective communication.

Tools, Equipment & Gas Safety

• Maintain gas testing equipment, tools, and PPE in safe working condition.
• Ensure gas analysers and testing equipment are calibrated and in date.
• Follow correct procedures for isolation, testing, and recommissioning.
• Immediately make safe and report dangerous gas situations or appliances.

Performance Measures

• Gas safety compliance and audit outcomes.
• First-time fix performance.
• Customer satisfaction and feedback.
• Job completion and response times.
• Accuracy of gas certification and digital records.

Additional Requirements

• Participation in emergency and out-of-hours call-out rotas where required.
• Attendance at mandatory training, refresher courses, and toolbox talks.
• Flexibility to meet service demands.
• Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection.

Generic Requirements for all colleagues

• Contribute to the creation of a positive culture in line with Advance Northumberland values
• Show commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace and ensure this is reflected in all activities
• Ensure a safe and sustainable working environment is promoted across the business
• Contribute to the financial performance of the business, in line with role responsibilities
• Undertake other reasonable duties as requested

Personal Specification

Essential Criteria

You must have:

• Current Gas Safe registration with in-date ACS qualifications including CCN1, CPA1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1 (or role-appropriate equivalents).
• Proven experience in domestic gas servicing, maintenance, and repairs.
• Strong knowledge of Gas Safety legislation and industry best practice.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-trade maintenance team.
• Experience working in occupied properties and void environments.
• Good IT and digital job management skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Desirable: Commercial gas, LPG, CMDD, or renewable technology qualifications.

How to apply

Please send your CV and a letter of application saying why you want to work for us and what you’d bring to the role, together with the completed application form Application Form.pdf to: workforus@advancenorthumberland.co.uk

For an informal discussion, please contact: Chris Grant on 07764826466

Closing date for applications – 27th April 2026 at 10.00am

We may close this role early if we receive sufficient applications.

Interviews will be held on: 7th May 2026

If you wish to withdraw your consent for us to process your application, please email us at: workforus@advancenorthumberland.co.uk

No agencies please