Clerk Of Works

I'm currently working with a Public Sector Organisation in the South East that is looking to appoint an experienced Gas Clerk of Works on an initial 6-month contract, with the potential for the role to become permanent…

Contract type Contract
Posted 15 October 2026

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I'm currently working with a Public Sector Organisation in the South East that is looking to appoint an experienced Gas Clerk of Works on an initial 6-month contract, with the potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the operational management of a heating and hot water maintenance contract, ensuring high standards of contractor performance, compliance, quality, and service delivery. You'll also support the delivery of a planned boiler replacement programme across the organisation's property portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

* Inspect and monitor heating and hot water works undertaken by contractors

* Support the operational management of a term maintenance contract

* Carry out quality assurance inspections and identify defects where required

* Monitor contractor performance, compliance, and service standards

* Assist with the delivery of a planned boiler replacement programme

* Verify works are completed in line with specifications, statutory requirements, and industry best practice

* Liaise with contractors, residents/users, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery

* Ensure remedial works are completed to the required standard

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

* Experience as a Gas Clerk of Works, Gas Surveyor, Heating Inspector, Compliance Surveyor, M&E Surveyor, or similar

* Strong knowledge of domestic and/or commercial heating systems

* Experience overseeing contractor-delivered maintenance or capital works programmes

* A sound understanding of quality control, compliance, and health & safety requirements

* The ability to effectively manage stakeholder and contractor relationships

What's on Offer:

* Initial 6-month contract

* Potential for the role to become permanent

* Opportunity to oversee both maintenance and capital investment works

* Flexible working arrangements considered

* Immediate start available

If this opportunity is of interest, please send across your latest CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion

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