Plumber / Gas & Oil Engineer

Location: Newtownabbey & Surrounding Areas 
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum + Bonus, Van and Fuel Card

We’re looking for an experienced and reliable Plumber / Gas & Oil Engineer to join our team, working across domestic and commercial properties in Newtownabbey and the surrounding areas.

This is a great opportunity for a skilled engineer who takes pride in their workmanship, enjoys fault-finding and problem-solving, and is confident working independently while delivering a professional service to customers.

The Role

As a Plumber / Gas & Oil Engineer, you’ll be responsible for a varied workload covering plumbing, heating and gas installations, servicing, repairs, maintenance and breakdowns.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out plumbing, heating and gas repairs and breakdowns
• Diagnosing faults and identifying the most appropriate repairs
• Installing, servicing and repairing gas-fired boilers and heating systems
• Installing and maintaining hot water and central heating systems
• Completing general plumbing repairs and installations
• Carrying out planned maintenance and servicing work
• Identifying and reporting any additional works required
• Completing all relevant paperwork and gas certificates accurately
• Maintaining a clean, safe and professional working environment
• Communicating clearly and professionally with customers
• Explaining work completed and any recommendations or further repairs required
• Following all relevant health and safety requirements, regulations and company procedures

What We’re Looking For

To be considered for the role, you should have:

• Proven experience as a Plumber / Heating Engineer
• Experience carrying out installations, repairs and breakdowns
• Relevant plumbing and heating qualifications
• Appropriate Gas Safe registration and competence for the work being undertaken
• Valid ACS qualifications relevant to domestic natural gas, including CCN1 and applicable appliance units such as CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1 and CPA1
• A full UK driving licence
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• The ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Good communication and customer service skills
• A reliable, punctual and professional approach
• A consistently high standard of workmanship

Desirable Experience

Experience in any of the following would be an advantage:

• Gas boilers and central heating systems
• Boiler replacements and heating installations
• Unvented hot water systems
• Heating controls and zoning
• Pumps, valves and heating components
• Commercial heating and plumbing systems
• General domestic and commercial plumbing
• Electrical fault-finding associated with heating systems
• Oil boiler servicing and breakdowns
• OFTEC qualifications or experience

Oil experience is desirable but not essential.

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who is technically competent, hardworking and dependable, with strong attention to detail and genuine pride in the quality of their work.

You’ll be working directly with customers in their homes and commercial premises, so a professional attitude, clear communication and excellent customer service are essential.

What We Offer

• £35,000–£45,000 salary, depending on experience
• Bonus opportunity
• Company van
• Fuel card
• Full-time, permanent position
• Varied work across domestic and commercial properties

If you’re an experienced Plumbing and Heating Engineer looking for a permanent role with a competitive package, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV and details of your relevant qualifications and experience.

Apply

Send your CV to aine.mcgurk@copiusgroup.com

Copius Group is committed to an inclusive recruitment process and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates across the UK, Ireland and eligible EU locations.