HIU Engineer

 

Main characteristics

Location

Leeds, West Yorkshire

Company

Vital Energi

Salary

£30000 - £32000/annum

Employment type

Permanent

Category

Engineering

Job summary

The Company

We are an energy solutions provider who design, build, operate and maintain centralised and efficient low carbon energy projects. We currently support hospitals, universities, new build residential developments, towns and cities as well as industrial and commercial clients to decarbonise their buildings. We have, and continue to, work on ground-breaking projects throughout the UK which are leading the way to achieving the UKs Net Zero targets.

The Opportunity

As a result of successful company growth, we are looking for a Heat Interface Unit (HIU) Engineer to join our operations and maintenance team based in Leeds. As part of our operations and maintenance team you will be responsible for undertaking the planned and reactive maintenance of Heat Interface Units in residential properties.

Due to the nature of our contracts we work across multiple sites working to agreed Service Level Agreements to ensure the efficient operation of assets is maintained and the impact on residential customers in the event of a fault is minimised. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to progress their plumbing career in the sustainable energy market, full training will be given to the successful candidate.

The Role

Reporting to the Team Leader you will be responsible for:

* Completing scheduled servicing of Heat Interface Units in accordance with the servicing procedure

* Providing reactive maintenance for loss of services within required Service Level Agreements

* Identification and analysis of equipment faults carrying out repairs where required

* Inputting and maintaining documentation and records using the company asset management software

* Carrying out general ad hoc maintenance tasks within Energy Centre Plantrooms

* Working in a safe manner and in accordance with the companys Health & Safety policy

The Person

Skills/Experience

* Able to demonstrate a good understanding of domestic electrical and plumbing principles

* Level 3 or equivalent in a Heating, Plumbing or Electrical qualification

* Unvented Hot Water (Desirable)

* Electrical Safe Isolation Training/Qualification

* Experience of working in a domestic/residential setting

Competencies

* Has a passion and interest in learning about emerging technologies within the Energy Market and supporting the drive to Net Zero

* A problem solver

* Able to communicate clearly and concisely at all levels and to work to deadlines with minimum supervision

* Strong customer focus with excellent customer service skills including confidentiality, tact and diplomacy

* Reliable with a flexible approach to managing workload with the ability to plan work and meet deadlines

* Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office including, Outlook, Excel, Word

* Full UK driving licence

The Package:

* Salary Circa £30,000 - £32,000 per annum (dependent upon experience)

* Full training will be provided on our HIU product range at our bespoke Training Centre

* Company van and fuel card provided for business use

* Subsistence allowances

* Contributory Company Pension Scheme

* Non-contributory death-in-service insurance

* Employee Assistance Programme

* 25 Days Holiday plus 8 days bank holidays; additional holidays awarded in line with length of service

* Option to purchase/sell additional holidays

* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

* Discounted gym membership across the UK

Vital Energi is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and encourage individuals of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. At Vital we are committed to having an inclusive and transparent environment where every voice is heard and acknowledged. We embrace our differences and know that our diverse team is a strength that drives our success.

The company is opposed to all forms of discrimination and will select for employment, training and promotion on the basis of suitability for the job and/ or merit. It is company policy that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment than another on the grounds of sex, race, colour, age, ethnic or national origins, political affiliations, religious beliefs, marital status, physical disability or is disadvantaged by unjustifiable conditions or requirements.

Only applicants who are legally entitled to work in the UK and are currently resident in the UK are invited to apply