Job Description
Gas Servicing & Breakdown Engineer – 3-6 MonthFixed Term opportunities
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There’s never been a more exciting time to join Plymouth Community Homes as we invest in our homes, our communities and our people.
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About the role
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As a Gas Servicing & Breakdown Engineer, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring residents across Plymouth enjoy safe, warm and well-maintained homes.
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This varied and rewarding position combines gas servicing, safety inspections, fault diagnosis and breakdown repairs, giving you the opportunity to utilise and further develop your technical expertise every day.
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Please note: This position requires participation in a rotating out-of-hours emergency service, which includes some evening and weekend work.
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Your responsibilities will include:
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/n– Carrying out domestic landlord gas safety inspections and servicing/n– Diagnosing and repairing gas and heating system faults/n– Conducting inspections and identifying corrective works/n– Completing all relevant certification and compliance documentation/n– Ensuring all work is undertaken safely and in line with current gas regulations/n– Providing an excellent customer experience during every visit/n– Working collaboratively with colleagues while managing your own workload effectively/n
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No two days are the same, making this an ideal opportunity for a skilled engineer who enjoys problem-solving and delivering high-quality workmanship.
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Our ideal candidate for this role is someone who:
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We’re seeking a motivated and customer-focused Gas Engineer who wants to continue developing their career and contribute to a high-performing team.
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You will have:
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/n– Current ACS qualifications including:/n– CCN1/n– CPA1/n– CENWAT/n– CKR1/n– HTR1/n– Or recognised equivalent qualifications/n– Proven experience in a gas servicing, breakdown or maintenance role/n– Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills/n– Good working knowledge of gas safety legislation and Health & Safety requirements/n– Experience using handheld electronic devices or mobile technology (desirable)/n– The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team/n– A flexible and proactive approach to work/n– A commitment to delivering exceptional customer service/n– A full UK driving licence/n– A company van will be provided for business use./n
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About Plymouth Community Homes
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We are the city’s largest social housing association, with over 16,000 properties providing homes for more than 35,000 people, and we’re aiming to grow, to provide more people with high-quality, affordable homes to rent and buy.
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With a great workforce and a focus on people, we deliver good quality, well-managed and well-maintained homes.
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What we can offer you:
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At PCH, we recognise that our people are central to our success. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, develop and build long-term careers.
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By joining our team, you’ll benefit from:
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/n– A competitive salary/n– On-call payments and overtime opportunities, currently averaging an additional £2,000 per year/n– Excellent defined contribution pension scheme with generous employer contributions/n– 25 days annual leave on joining, increasing to up to 30 days after five years’ service, plus bank holidays/n– Free access to our on-site gym/n– Significant investment in learning, training and professional development/n– The opportunity to work and build your career in one of the South West’s most vibrant waterfront cities/n– The chance to be part of an organisation with ambitious growth plans and a strong social purpose/n
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To Apply:
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If you’re looking for a role where your skills are valued, your development is encouraged and your work genuinely makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
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Please submit your CV and supporting application, demonstrating how your knowledge, skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.
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For an informal discussion about the position, please contact:
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Paul Crook, Gas & Plumbing Operations Manager
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Shortlisting Date: 2nd November 2026
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Interview date: 10th November 2026
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We are a committed Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from suitably talented people from any community and background.
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/n– Living and Working in Plymouth/n…