A heating company has launched a recruitment drive to find 20 experienced engineers, installers, electricians and plumbers to cope with an upsurge in business.

Swale Heating, based in Sittingbourne, serves more than 125,000 homes across the South East and works with more than 35 housing associations and local authorities.

This year it agreed a six-year contract extension with affordable housing provider Affinity Sutton to maintain 22,000 homes in south London and Kent.

Sales director Matthew Edwards said: “Gas service and maintenance engineers are needed for an immediate start to service customers located throughout the region.

“We are looking for skilled and highly-motivated staff who can help play a vital role in the continued expansion of our business.”

The company is running a promotion in London, led by a TV advertising campaign.

Since being founded in 1972, the firm has installed more than 250,000 boilers.

Mr Edwards added: “Last year alone Swale Heating helped homes and businesses in the region save £2.25m on their heating bills.

"Now we need more highly talented and dedicated staff to help us build on that success in 2015 and beyond.”

Applicants should send a CV to recruitment@swaleheating.com or call 01795 477098.