CHP Engineer

Owen Daniels; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle (with option for private use)

Paid overtime

25 days holiday (increasing with service)

Job summary

Owen Daniels is seeking an experienced CHP Maintenance Engineer to join their team in Greater London. The role involves routine servicing and maintenance of CHP units, requiring a minimum of 3 years' experience, strong electrical knowledge, and mechanical or electrical engineering qualifications. Candidates must have a full UK driving license and be willing to travel across South London, Surrey, and Kent. This position offers independence in the field and support from a collaborative technical team, along with benefits such as a company vehicle and paid overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a CHP Engineer or in a similar role.
• Strong electrical knowledge of LV power generation and distribution.
• Solid understanding of LTHW systems including pumps and controls.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing and reactive maintenance on CHP systems.
• Diagnose faults and perform effective repairs on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Produce detailed and accurate service reports for customers.

Skills

Electrical knowledge of LV power generation

Mechanical knowledge

Experience with control systems

IT literacy (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Education

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualification

18th Edition (IEE Wiring Regulations)

Tools

Laptop-based diagnostic tools

Control systems software (e.g. ComAp, DSE)

Job description

Benefits

• Company vehicle (with option for private use)
• Paid overtime
• Staying away allowance
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life cover
• 25 days holiday (increasing with service)
• Ongoing technical training & development
• Long-term career stability within a well-established organisation

A well-established and highly respected engineering organisation within the critical power and energy sector is seeking an experienced CHP Maintenance Engineer to join their growing team.

With over four decades of industry expertise, the company specialises in the supply, installation, maintenance, and hire of critical power systems, including Combined Heat and Power (CHP) units, generators, UPS systems, and associated equipment.

This role offers a strong balance of independence in the field, alongside the support of a knowledgeable and collaborative technical team.

You will be responsible for servicing and maintaining CHP units ranging from 30kW to 500kW across a regional patch covering South London, Surrey, and Kent.

The position involves both planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown response, acting as a key point of contact for customers on-site. Occasional overnight stays may be required, so flexibility is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing and reactive maintenance on CHP systems
• Diagnose faults and perform effective repairs on mechanical and electrical systems
• Ensure full understanding of customer requirements prior to site visits
• Produce detailed and accurate service reports, highlighting findings and recommendations
• Maintain strong communication with the service and technical support teams
• Provide technical support to colleagues and customers when required
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients
• Adhere strictly to health & safety procedures, including risk assessments
• Represent the business professionally as a brand ambassador at all times
• Support training activities for customers and internal teams where needed

What We’re Looking For (Essential)

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a CHP Engineer or in a similar role
• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualification
• 18th Edition (IEE Wiring Regulations)
• Strong electrical knowledge of LV power generation and distribution
• Solid understanding of LTHW systems (pumps, flow rates, delta T, boilers, BMS controls)
• Experience using control systems and diagnostic software (e.g. ComAp, DSE)
• IT literate (Outlook, Excel, Word, and laptop-based diagnostic tools)
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel extensively and stay away when required

This is an excellent opportunity to join a financially stable and growing organisation that values its employees, invests in their development, and offers long-term career prospects. You’ll be part of a supportive team while enjoying autonomy in your day-to-day work.