About this job

PERMANENT: FULL TIME, 37 HOURS 
SALARY: £37,938 to £40,476
LOCATION: TIVERTON & MID DEVON AREA

We are looking to expand our already successful Building Services Team by recruiting an enthusiastic new team member within our commercial team. 

We are looking to employ a new member to the gas technician team, focusing primarily on installation of gas boilers, full central heating systems and hot water systems. As a Gas Technician, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting the business to successfully deliver the planned gas programme in resident’s homes across Mid Devon. You will work as part of the Building Services team to deliver a high quality service to our tenants in line with our vision and values. 

If you have experience in this area, we would like to hear from you. 

Applicants will need proven knowledge of gas installations and ability to work alone on a variety of different boiler types and systems, a proactive approach to health and safety is essential. 

The housing repairs team prides itself on being a great place to work and as such we are keen to ensure that we get the right person for the role and also that we are right for you. Many of our team here celebrate 10, 20, 30, even nearly 40 years with the Council’s Repairs Service, which we believe is reflective of the supportive and friendly feel of the team. Flexible working also suits a great work/ life balance.  

This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence. 

At Mid Devon District Council our benefits include: 

• Competitive hourly rate of pay
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlements
• Discounted leisure memberships
• Free uniform and DBS check
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Monday to Friday
• Free parking at site 

As a Gas Technician your duties will include but are not limited to: 

• To undertake the installation of new domestic heating systems in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, industry best practice codes and practice and legislation.
• To undertake the replacement of domestic heating boilers in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, industry best practice codes and practice and legislation.
• To undertake heating engineering & plumbing duties including reactive repairs, servicing of appliances, installations and associated works.
• To diagnose faults and diligently undertake all core and other trade works, as instructed, ensuring that the quality of work meets the highest standards and that targets are achieved. 

At Mid Devon District Council we value: Pride, People, Performance and Partnerships 

About you: 

• Proven previous experience as a domestic gas installer.
• Current Gas Safe qualification including CCN1, CKR1, CENWAT qualifications.
• Domestic plumbing NVQ 3
• Ability to work on own initiative with a minimum level of supervision
• Ability to drive extensively throughout the Mid Devon area
• Demonstrates the ability and motivation to achieve results

To find out more

To find out more about this role please contact Ben Penney via email bpenney@middevon.gov.uk

For full details please read the Job Description and Person Specification - Gas Technician 

The Job Description refers to the level of competencies required for this post. For an explanation of what this means, please see Core Competencies.

A satisfactory basic disclosure check and three years complete employment history will be requested in the event of you being offered the position.

Unfortunately we are unable to sponsor skilled worker visas at this time. For more information on pre-employment checks, please review the documents found here.

How to apply

Please download and complete our Job Application Form and send to Opportunities@middevon.gov.uk. Alternatively, print and send by post to:

People Services
Mid Devon District Council
Phoenix House
Phoenix Lane
Tiverton, Devon
EX16 6PP

Please remember to quote the following post and vacancy numbers:

CLOSING DATE:	8 April 2025 at 5:00pm
POST NUMBER:	HB50
VACANCY NUMBER:	2025035

MDDC reserves the right to close this vacancy early. We therefore encourage early applications.

We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.  We are keen to make our interviews accessible. Let us know on your job application if you have a disability and need any reasonable adjustments.

We're committed to Equality of Opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

If we've not contacted you within two weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. 

Thank you for showing an interest in this vacancy and we wish you every success with your on-going job search.