Commercial Gas Engineer in Crawley, West Sussex

Commercial Gas Engineer

Business Area: Property & Facilities Support
Location: Crawley and Surrounding Region
Employment Status: Permanent
Schedule: Full-Time, 40 Hours per Week (Monday through Friday) plus participation in an on-call rota and a full UK driving license requirement

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced, qualified Commercial Gas Engineer to join our facilities team in Crawley. As a Commercial Gas Engineer, you will enjoy a high degree of daily independence while being backed by a supportive, collaborative group of professionals. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where variety is the norm and you are trusted to manage your schedule autonomously, this Commercial Gas Engineer position is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with long-term stability and a focus on safety.

Core Responsibilities

- You will uphold stringent health and safety protocols to ensure all completed tasks strictly adhere to regulatory and company standards.

- As a Commercial Gas Engineer, your primary technical duties involve carrying out planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, and small works across a diverse portfolio of commercial retail sites.

- In addition, this Commercial Gas Engineer role requires diagnosing and resolving faults on commercial boilers and heating systems, including lockouts, pressure issues, and circulation faults.

- You will service and repair a range of gas appliances, including warm air units and radiant tube heaters.

- As an active Commercial Gas Engineer, you will identify and rectify gas-related issues such as pipework leaks, faulty valves, and ignition or pilot failures, while troubleshooting and repairing control systems like thermostats, sensors, and actuators.

- You will also perform general building maintenance, including basic electrical, carpentry, painting, and minor fabrication, and utilize mobile technology and internal systems to manage work orders.

- Furthermore, a Commercial Gas Engineer will partner smoothly with planners, colleagues, and store managers, complete administrative tasks, support operational objectives, and take a turn on an on-call rota.

Candidate Requirements and Qualifications

- To qualify for this Commercial Gas Engineer position, you must hold valid commercial gas qualifications such as COCN1, CIGA1, CDGA1, and TPCP1/1A.

- You need to demonstrate robust knowledge and practical experience of commercial heating systems, boilers, and associated plant equipment.

- We require proven experience working in a retail, commercial, or multi-site maintenance environment.

- You should possess proven multi-trade capability covering general building upkeep beyond core gas work.

- Candidates must have strong fault-finding and repair skills, paired with a proactive and customer-focused approach.

- Clear verbal and written interpersonal skills are essential for effective interaction with customers and colleagues.

- You will need a flexible mindset driven by a commitment to continuous learning and a full UK driving license.