via Indeed · 16 September 2026 ·3 days ago

Commercial Gas Engineer

Heathstead Limited
London parttime, fulltime
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Commercial Gas Engineers – Self\-Employed / Subcontractor Opportunities

£250–£800 per day \| Own van and tools required

Heathstead is looking for experienced, reliable and professional Gas Safe Registered Commercial Gas Engineers to join our growing subcontractor network.

We provide gas, electrical and maintenance services across London, Surrey, Hertfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and surrounding areas, with additional opportunities available further afield for engineers willing to travel.

We are looking for engineers with commercial gas qualifications and experience to support our expanding workload.

About the Work

The work is mainly commercial reactive breakdowns, fault finding, servicing, repairs and remedial works. There may also be opportunities for planned maintenance, commercial gas safety inspections and installation work, depending on your qualifications and experience.

Typical work may include:

  • Commercial boiler breakdowns and fault finding.

  • Commercial boiler servicing and maintenance.

  • Commercial heating system diagnostics and repairs.

  • Commercial gas safety inspections and certification within your qualification scope.

  • Reactive commercial gas repairs.

  • Remedial works following breakdown diagnosis.

  • Plant room servicing and maintenance.

  • Planned maintenance across commercial premises.

  • Emergency or out\-of\-hours works, where available.

  • Commercial installation and replacement works, where suitable.
You must hold the relevant commercial gas qualifications for the appliances and systems you work on.

If a fault cannot be fixed on the first visit, you will be expected to provide a clear job report confirming:

  • The fault diagnosed.

  • The work carried out.

  • Whether any temporary repair was completed.

  • Whether the equipment was left operational or safely isolated.

  • The parts and follow\-on remedial work required.
Engineers who are happy to complete follow\-on remedial works will be preferred.

Areas Covered

We are currently looking for engineers covering:

  • London

  • Surrey

  • Hertfordshire

  • Berkshire

  • Essex

  • Kent

  • Buckinghamshire

  • Surrounding areas
Please apply even if you only cover certain areas, as we will match work based on your location, availability and preferred travel distance.

Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Valid Gas Safe registration covering the relevant commercial work.

  • Relevant commercial gas qualifications.

  • Previous experience working on commercial gas appliances and heating systems.

  • Their own van, tools and suitable testing equipment.

  • A full UK driving licence.

  • Strong fault\-finding and diagnostic ability.

  • Good communication skills.

  • The ability to work independently and professionally.

  • A good understanding of health and safety.

  • The ability to provide clear job notes, photos and reports.
Public liability insurance is preferred.

Please note: Heathstead does not supply a van. You must have your own vehicle, tools and equipment.

Self\-Employed / Subcontractor Role

This role is offered on a self\-employed subcontractor basis.

You will be responsible for your own tax, National Insurance, insurance, vehicle, tools and business expenses.

This opportunity is ideal for commercial gas engineers who already work for themselves and are looking for additional subcontracting work and long\-term working relationships.

Pay

£250–£800 per day, depending on:

  • The type and complexity of commercial work completed.

  • Your experience and commercial qualifications.

  • Travel distance.

  • Emergency or out\-of\-hours work.

  • The volume of jobs completed.

  • Remedial and follow\-on works completed.
Enhanced rates may be available for travel, emergency call\-outs and out\-of\-hours works.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for engineers who are:

  • Reliable, professional and organised.

  • Good with customers and site contacts.

  • Confident diagnosing commercial gas and heating faults.

  • Comfortable working independently.

  • Able to send clear reports and photos.

  • Interested in ongoing subcontracting work.

  • Flexible with location and availability.
What We Offer
  • Flexible commercial gas subcontracting opportunities.

  • Ongoing workflow opportunities.

  • Competitive rates.

  • Reactive, planned and remedial commercial gas work.

  • Long\-term working relationships.

  • A supportive management team.

  • Clear communication and organised job allocation.

  • Opportunities for additional earnings through remedials, travel and out\-of\-hours works.
How to Apply

Please apply with your CV or a short message including:

  • Your full name.

  • Your Gas Safe registration number.

  • Your commercial gas qualifications and appliance categories.

  • Your experience with commercial boilers, heating systems and plant rooms.

  • The areas you cover.

  • Your availability.

  • Confirmation that you have your own van and tools.

  • The types of commercial work you are most comfortable carrying out.

  • Whether you are willing to complete remedial works.

  • Your preferred day rate or job rates.
Heathstead is growing, and we are looking for quality commercial gas engineers who want ongoing subcontracting opportunities and a professional company to work alongside.

Pay: £200\.00\-£800\.00 per day

Benefits:

  • Company events

  • Referral programme
Work Location: In person

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