Heat Pump Engineer

Location: Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Working Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30AM-4:30PM

Salary Bracket: £30,000 - £45,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Reports To: Head of Field Engineering

Background:

Our client are a leading consultancy and installer of renewable energy systems across the UK. They have expanded across separate offices around the country and employ over sixty individuals with diverse expertise. Their comprehensive approach encompasses initial consultation, design, installation, and maintenance of renewable energy systems. With a commitment to using industry-leading products, they ensure unparalleled customer experience and long-term efficiency in their installations, evidenced by over 70% of their work coming from referrals. Their projects contribute significantly to reducing carbon emissions by 70-80%, aligning with the country's NetZero goals.

Job Purpose:

The Heating Engineer/Heat Pump Installer position requires an experienced professional capable of producing high-quality plumbing work with attention to detail and project context. Candidates must understand zone-controlled systems in larger domestic properties and possess a solid grasp of Heat Pump technology. While support will be provided by our technical staff, applicants should demonstrate a basic understanding of electrics. This role is suited for individuals dedicated to excellence in their trade, with opportunities for ongoing learning and advancement within the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with an installation team under the supervision of installation supervisors.
• Coordinate with project managers to plan equipment, tools, parts, and project timelines prior to site visits.
• Manage mechanical work on-site according to agreed designs and timelines, with any variations approved by project managers.
• Ensure site safety, cleanliness, proper testing, and completion of relevant project paperwork, returning it to the office.
• Keep project managers and relevant stakeholders informed of installation progress and any issues encountered.
• Know when to escalate on-site issues to the Project Manager, Field Technical Director, and/or Operations Director.
• Receive training in the 'company way' of working to deliver high-quality renewable energy installations.
• Perform various tasks such as pipe fitting, lagging, testing, filling, and Heat Pump installation across a range of properties and scales.
• Occasionally assist with groundwork tasks such as GSHP manifolds as needed.
• Utilize copper and HDPE pipes of various sizes (15mm-240mm) in installations.

Benefits:

• Generous holiday allowance with the office closed between Christmas and New Year.
• All statutory bank holidays off.
• Discretionary bonus system.
• Pension contribution.
• Life assurance cover.
• Private medical insurance.
• Long service awards.
• Employee events.
• Opportunity to work with a market leader in renewable energy, offering extensive experience and expertise in consultancy, design, supply, installation, and maintenance of renewable energy systems.

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