About The JobJoin to apply for the Central Heating Engineer role at Luton Borough Council.Hours per week: 37. Contract type: Permanent. Salary: £36,363 - £39,152 a year plus £739.50 tool allowance a year.We’re looking for a highly motivated Central Heating Engineer to deliver a comprehensive range of central heating works, from diagnostics and repairs to full refurbishments. You’ll also undertake site surveys, prepare material lists, and ensure projects are completed on time, to specification, and within budget. You will work as part of Luton Council’s dedicated Property Maintenance team to keep homes safe, warm, and well-maintained for our tenants and residents.Your Expertise Will CoverDiagnosing and resolving central heating faults.Carrying out day-to-day maintenance and refurbishment work.Working from drawings, specifications, and schedules of rates.Planning and prioritising workloads to meet deadlines.Ensuring safe working practices and compliance with Health & Safety, RIDDOR, and Transco regulations.About YouHolds an Advanced central heating apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3) OR Basic plumbing/central heating apprenticeship (NVQ Level 2 / City & Guilds) plus A.C.S. Accreditation.Is a C.S.C.S. cardholder with demonstrable hands-on experience.Can work independently, using initiative to assess on-site problems and deliver effective solutions.Has excellent communication skills and can deal politely and tactfully with tenants, clients, managers, and colleagues.Understands the importance of equality, diversity, and providing fair services to all.Is physically able to carry and climb ladders, and access lofts and roofs on a daily basis.Holds a full driving licence and can travel between sites with tools and equipment.What We OfferThe chance to work in a supportive team environment.Opportunities to make a real difference in the community.Competitive salary and benefits package.Ongoing training and development to support your career growth.We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough.Application ProcessBecause of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. However, any failure to disclose such offences, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications.BenefitsFrom 25 to 32 days’ annual leave, linked to length of service and gradeBuying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leavePension scheme with generous employer contributionsRelocation package up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing supportFlexible working options and requests for part-time hoursTraining and development opportunities, mentoring, and clear career pathwaysStaff discounts on MOTs, gym memberships, restaurants, and salons #J-18808-Ljbffr