Salary guide
Gas Engineer
- Average salary
- £28,000 – £50,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
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- Gas engineers must be Gas Safe registered in the UK
Other names this job is known by
- Gas Fitter
- Heating Engineer
Key responsibilities
- Install, maintain, and repair gas appliances and systems
- Test and inspect gas lines for safety
- Diagnose and fix faults
- Advise clients on energy efficiency
Skills and qualifications required
- Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in gas installation
- Gas Safe registration (legal requirement)
- Experience in installation or maintenance
- Driving licence
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Engineer
- Site Supervisor
- Technical Manager
- Business Owner
How to get the job
- Study engineering or gas installation
- Complete an apprenticeship or NVQ
- Obtain Gas Safe registration
- Gain experience in installation or maintenance
- Progress to senior or specialist roles
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