Trades covered on this page
Industrial mechanical, Heat exchangers.
Typical scope of work
- Plate heat exchanger stripping, cleaning and regasketing
- Shell-and-tube heat exchanger inspections
- Pipework modifications and valve replacement
- Planned maintenance on mechanical plant
- Isolation, permits and safe systems of work
Typical sites: Factories, plant rooms, hospitals, district heating and large commercial buildings.
Qualifications we ask you to evidence
- Mechanical engineering or pipefitting qualification
- Heat exchanger maintenance experience
- Site safety training (for example CSCS) where clients require it
- Lifting and confined space training where relevant
Course and scheme names are examples. We check certificates and registrations during review, and we only offer work that matches what you are qualified to do.
Insurance requirements
We ask every applicant for current public liability insurance. Our usual minimum is £2,000,000, and many commercial clients require £5,000,000 before work on their sites is offered. If you employ anyone, employer's liability insurance is a legal requirement.
Subcontract and self-employed work
Industrial mechanical subcontract work and self-employed heat exchanger engineer jobs are offered when client projects need them. There is no guaranteed work.
Joining our network does not guarantee any work or income. Jobs are offered when suitable work is available in your area, and you are free to accept or decline each one. You work as a self-employed contractor responsible for your own tax, tools, registrations and insurance.
How to apply
- Open the UK Gas Plumbers engineer app at app.ukgasplumbers.com.
- Add your trades, working area, availability, qualifications and insurance documents.
- Our team reviews your application and contacts you if we have suitable work.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need welders?
Occasionally. Tell us your coded welding qualifications if you hold them.
Is shutdown work offered?
Sometimes, with dates agreed in advance.
How do I apply?
Apply online at app.ukgasplumbers.com. You'll add your trades, working area, qualifications and insurance details, and our team reviews each application.
Is work guaranteed?
No. We offer jobs when suitable work comes in for your trade and area. There is no promised volume or income.
