Mobile Commercial Gas Engineer

Join Wates Property Services and Help Keep Critical Buildings Running across the South East 

At Wates Property Services, we're looking for an experienced Commercial Gas Engineer to join our growing Facilities Management team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled gas professional who takes pride in delivering first-class maintenance, fault finding and compliance across a diverse portfolio of commercial properties.

Whether you're an experienced mobile engineer or currently operating in a static site environment, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our clients' building services remain safe, compliant and operating at peak performance.

The Role

As a Commercial Gas Engineer, you'll be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs and complex fault diagnosis across a wide range of commercial gas systems including boilers, burners, water heaters and associated mechanical plant.

This is a varied role where no two days are the same. You'll work closely with clients, subcontractors and internal teams, acting as a trusted technical expert while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver planned preventative maintenance across commercial gas assets.
• Diagnose and repair faults on boilers, burners, heating systems and controls.
• Carry out commercial and domestic gas safety inspections and certification.
• Complete gas tightness testing, flue gas analysis and associated compliance checks.
• Maintain accurate records through CAFM systems and digital reporting tools.
• Provide technical guidance and support to colleagues and junior engineers.
• Manage minor installation and upgrade projects where required.
• Ensure all work complies with current Gas Safety Regulations and British Standards.
• Participate in the regional out-of-hours call-out rota.
• Build strong relationships with clients, providing technical advice and updates on system performance.

About You

We're looking for a proactive and technically competent engineer who can work independently while delivering exceptional customer service.

Essential Requirements

✅ Current ACS Commercial Gas Qualifications including:

• COCN1
• CIGA1
• CORT1
• ICPN1

✅ Domestic Gas Qualifications including:

• CCN1
• CENWAT

✅ COCNP1 and TPCP1/1A

✅ NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing & Heating, Gas Engineering or equivalent

✅ Minimum 3–5 years' experience within a commercial maintenance or FM environment

✅ Full UK Driving Licence (for mobile positions)

Desirable

• OFTEC or LPG qualifications
• G3 Unvented Hot Water Qualification
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Legionella Awareness or Responsible Person training
• Experience working within Facilities Management contracts
• Knowledge of BMS and HVAC systems

What You'll Bring

• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Excellent knowledge of commercial boiler plant and heating systems
• Ability to manage workloads effectively and deliver high first-time-fix rates
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills
• Experience using CAFM systems and mobile technology
• A safety-first approach to work

Why Join Wates?

At Wates, we are committed to creating a workplace where people can thrive and develop long-term careers. We value people who:

• Own It – Take responsibility and deliver excellence.
• Be Curious – Continuously learn and seek better ways of working.
• Partner Brilliantly – Work collaboratively to achieve great results.
• Believe in Each Other – Support colleagues and create an inclusive environment.

In Return We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle and fuel card (mobile roles)
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Flexible benefits package
• Ongoing training and development
• Career progression opportunities
• Employee discounts and wellbeing support
• Access to our Allies & Mentors Network