Gas Installation Engineer

Hereford Heating Ltd; Hereford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading heating and renewables company in Hereford seeks an Installation Engineer to focus on gas and renewable heating system installations. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulations, diagnosing faults, and liaising with manufacturers for technical support. Applicants must hold specific gas qualifications and have at least 2 years of experience in heating installations. A valid UK driving licence is also necessary. Join a supportive team committed to delivering exceptional service to residents and businesses.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in heating installation, servicing, and maintenance.
• Valid full clean UK driving licence required.
• Experience in heating installation in residential and commercial properties.

Responsibilities

• Install domestic gas and renewable heating systems as per regulations.
• Diagnose faults and perform remedial works.
• Communicate with manufacturers for technical support.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

CCN1 – Core Domestic Gas Safety

CENWAT – Domestic Natural Gas Boilers & Water Heaters

CKR1 – Domestic Cookers

HTR1 – Domestic Gas Fires

CPA1 - Combustion Performance Analysis

Job description

Hereford Heating aspires to be, and be recognised, as the number one heating and renewables business in Hereford and the surrounding areas by delivering exceptional services to our customers and providing an effortless customer experience.

Job Purpose

The Installation Engineer will perform skilled work on gas, oil and renewable heating systems, focusing on installations. The role requires a strong understanding of plumbing systems, coordination with heating systems, and the ability to liaise with manufacturers to support technical requirements for boilers and renewable technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Install domestic gas and renewable heating systems in line with current regulations and industry standards.
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective remedial works.
• Communicate with key manufacturers to obtain technical support for boilers and renewable heating systems.
• Work with plumbing systems in coordination with heating installations.
• Complete works in occupied residential and commercial properties with minimal disruption.
• Participate in an on-call rota for emergency out-of-hours cover (paid x1.5 hourly rate).
• Manage van stock levels in line with daily usage and company procedures.
• Work independently and as part of a wider engineering team.
• Remain up to date with changes to legislation, standards, and heating technology.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Applicants must hold the following current gas qualifications as a minimum:

• CCN1 – Core Domestic Gas Safety
• CENWAT – Domestic Natural Gas Boilers & Water Heaters
• CKR1 – Domestic Cookers
• HTR1 – Domestic Gas Fires
• CPA1 - Combustion Performance Analysis

Oil (Desirable but not essential)

Applicants with oil experience should hold the following current OFTEC qualifications:

• OFTEC 101 – Domestic Oil-Fired Appliances
• OFTEC 105 – Domestic Oil Storage

Renewables (Desirable but not essential)

• Experience and/or qualifications in renewable technologies such as air source and ground source heat pumps.
• Manufacturer-specific training or MCS-related qualifications are desirable.
General Experience & Skills
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in heating installation, servicing, and maintenance.
• Experience working in occupied residential and/or commercial properties.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with good practical skills.
• Able to work unsupervised and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid full clean UK driving licence.
• Flexible approach to working hours and work locations.
• Good manual dexterity with the ability to occasionally work at height and in confined spaces (full training provided).