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Scott Vaughan

Romford,Havering

Summary

Extremely passionate and driven engineer with over 20 years of experience working within the heating industry.


Delivering an unmatched level of expertise of breakdown knowledge, fault finding, Gas safety legislation, electrical wiring and heating system maintenance.


Self motivated to constantly keep adding to my own skill set including keeping up to date with all health and safety legislation.


Well versed in using on site software and hardware to complete job reports, issue relevant paperwork and source materials required to complete any task.


Approachable and able to liaise with residents, clients and management to ensure every task is completed to the highest standards.


Many years of working in social housing resolving the complete spectrum of maintenance issues day to day in sometimes challenging situations.


Driven and innovative, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities and leadership skills.


Proficient in explaining how boilers, other gas appliances, heating systems and controls work to residents making the end user feel comfortable and safe in their home.


Willing to pass on knowledge to other engineers within the team to boost overall productivity.


Adept in mentoring engineers to fill in any gaps in their knowledge.


Outstanding track record of customer service.


Competent to complete reports and feedback to management regarding findings on site from any job including emergency incidents and complex cases.


Excellent understanding of a wide range of gas boilers and controls including Vaillant, Ideal, Worcester.


Heating controls expert including set up, testing, fault finding and hand over.


Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work history

Lead Engineer

BTU
Camden
06.2023 - Current
  • Resolved complex Gas Boiler specific faults with advanced diagnostic fault finding processes.
  • Resolved advanced and complex heating system faults including fault diagnosis, replacement of parts and maintenance.
  • Using experience and expertise to fix any job that other engineers could not remedy.
  • Joint visits with engineers to advise and teach to boost the teams skill set.
  • overseeing the allocation of day to day engineering tasks (jobs).
  • Liaise with LBC to attend 'problem jobs', vulnerable tenants in challenging work environments.


Installation Manager

BTU
Camden
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Coordinated Gas boiler, heating system and hot water cylinder installations across Camden.
  • Collaborated effectively with merchants, suppliers and manufactures.
  • Prioritised demand for enhanced and vulnerable residents.
  • Ensured safety protocols were adhered to during all installations.
  • Improved resident satisfaction by ensuring timely completion of installations.
  • Facilitated communication between different departments for smooth operations.
  • Troubleshot issues during installations, ensuring minimum downtime for clients.
  • Monitored performance of individual team members, providing feedback and training as necessary.
  • Completed and became accredited with a 'Managing Safely' qualification.

Gas + Plumbing Engineer

Pimlico Plumbers
London
01.2020 - 06.2022
  • Completed a wide range of plumbing and domestic heating system works.
  • Worked in high end properties, liaising with high end clients to find the solution no matter the issue.
  • Procured all required materials and parts for the client
  • Negotiated payments and invoicing for works completed.
  • Reduced downtime with quick troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in emergency situations.
  • Achieved project deadlines by effective time management and work organisation skills.

Lead Engineer

Islington Council
Islington
07.2018 - 01.2020
  • Head up a team of engineers carrying out breakdowns and annual servicing of domestic heating systems borough wide.
  • Took the lead on toolbox talks on changing industry standards, health and safety updates and training.
  • Worked alongside managers and passed down instructions to the team.
  • Participated in team building days and courses.
  • Monitored and maintained engineers van stocks, updating and amending stock levels as required.
  • Implemented safety protocols, significantly reducing workplace incidents.
  • Collaborated with work allocation team to manage work load.
  • Completed quality assurance check intra and post works to identify and remedy any issues with the works being carried out by the team.
  • Gather feed back from residents on engineers attitude and manner whilst on site.

Gas Engineer

BTU
Camden
01.2014 - 06.2018
  • Installed a range of domestic boiler parts, radiators, pipework and fittings.
  • Carried out thorough inspections of heating systems using fault finding to remedy the fault.
  • Carried out annual boiler servicing and gas safety checks.
  • Worked out of hours on call out responding to emergency breakdowns, gas leaks, water leaks and system failures.
  • Managed and oversee the out of hours call out rota for other engineers.

Sole Trader Gas + Plumbing Engineer

Self Employed
South England
05.2012 - 01.2014
  • Provided excellent customer service, resulting in repeat business.
  • Advertised my services and procure a work stream.
  • Managed my own jobs from start to finish.
  • Streamlined invoicing processes, improved efficiency.
  • Utilised social media for advertising and networking.
  • Enhanced brand visibility by attending trade shows and networking events.

Gas Engineer

BTU
Camden
03.2009 - 06.2012
  • Joined BTU from Seaflame/Kinetics.
  • Integrated into a new work force.
  • Diagnosed faults in gas appliances accurately to ensure swift resolution.
  • Handled emergency call-outs professionally-providing rapid response services when needed.
  • Carried out a wide range of works on heating systems throughout Camden.


Apprentice 2001-2005. Gas Engineer 2005-2009

Seaflame - Kinetics
London
  • Completed a full modern apprenticeship gaining NVQ Level 2 + 3 Domestic Gas Installation and maintenance.
  • Developed practical skills for enhanced productivity through hands-on training.
  • Worked with a wide range of engineers learning and practicing skills acquired.
  • Engaged productively in teamwork activities; fostered stronger relationships among colleagues.
  • Gained proficiency in industry-specific tasks with rigorous practice sessions.
  • worked in Camden and Peabody Housing properties.

Education

GCSEs 8 Grade A-C -

Acland Burghley School.
London
09/1996 - 08/2003

NVQ Level 2 - Domestic Gas Installation and Maintenance

College of North West London
London
09/2003 - 06/2005

NVQ Level 3 - Domestic Gas Installation and Maintenance

College of North West London
London
09/2005 - 08/2006

CCN1 + Modules

Fully Gas Qualfied (Domestic)
06/2021 - 06/2026

G3 - Unvented Hot Water Storage Systems -

NICEIC
06/2024 - 06/2029

Skills

  • Advanced technical knowledge of domestic heating systems
  • Over 20 years experience in the Gas industry
  • Outstanding customer service skills
  • Competent trouble shooter
  • Highly adaptable team leader
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Unrivalled level of fault finding
  • Able to explain safe and correct system operation to end user
  • Proficient in managing own work load
  • Trusted by management to complete tasks in complex and difficult situations
  • Expertise in using IT to boost productivity and efficiency
  • Fully Gas Safe Registered for 20 years

Timeline

Lead Engineer

BTU
06.2023 - Current

Installation Manager

BTU
06.2022 - 06.2023

Gas + Plumbing Engineer

Pimlico Plumbers
01.2020 - 06.2022

Lead Engineer

Islington Council
07.2018 - 01.2020

Gas Engineer

BTU
01.2014 - 06.2018

Sole Trader Gas + Plumbing Engineer

Self Employed
05.2012 - 01.2014

Gas Engineer

BTU
03.2009 - 06.2012

Apprentice 2001-2005. Gas Engineer 2005-2009

Seaflame - Kinetics

GCSEs 8 Grade A-C -

Acland Burghley School.
09/1996 - 08/2003

NVQ Level 2 - Domestic Gas Installation and Maintenance

College of North West London
09/2003 - 06/2005

NVQ Level 3 - Domestic Gas Installation and Maintenance

College of North West London
09/2005 - 08/2006

CCN1 + Modules

Fully Gas Qualfied (Domestic)
06/2021 - 06/2026

G3 - Unvented Hot Water Storage Systems -

NICEIC
06/2024 - 06/2029
Scott Vaughan