HIU Engineer

Apex Resourcing Solutions Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Van & fuel card

Pension

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Apex Resourcing Solutions Ltd is seeking a HIU Engineer to support installation, maintenance and operation of HIUs and metering systems on domestic heat networks in London. This is a permanent role, Monday–Friday, 37.5 hours per week.

You will be involved in prepayment and Pay-As-You-Go metering, use a laptop/tablet to commission equipment, and troubleshoot on sites while liaising with contractors and clients. Opportunities to progress toward gas qualifications are available.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 plumbing & heating or higher.
• Previous experience working on HIUs.
• Basic electrical knowledge.
• Must hold CSCS card.
• First aid trained would be desirable.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Installation and commissioning of prepayment & controlled credit systems.
• Commissioning Pay-As-You-Go metering systems on domestic heat networks.
• Use laptop/tablet to commission equipment and update records.
• Problem solving and fault-finding on site.
• Liaise with site staff and contractors representing the company.

Skills

HIU experience

Electrical knowledge

Driving licence

Education

NVQ level 2 plumbing & heating

Job description

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a HIU Engineer on behalf of a specialist utility services company who provide installation, maintenance, metering and billing services to customers throughout the Uk. Operating for over 15 years now, they are a fast growing reputable company with over 115 employees. They are an award-winning heat network services provider.

The HIU Engineer will support the installation, maintenance and effective operation of equipment on client sites including smart metering systems and HIU's. This is a permanent position, covering London, working Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week. The basic salary is paying £44k per annum, rising to £47k after completion of probationary period. They also offer a £6k KPI related bonus - up to £1500 is paid quarterly. Other perks include van & fuel card which can be used for personal use, pension, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, overtime and Development & training which includes progression towards commercial gas qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Installation and commissioning of prepayment & controlled credit systems.
• Supporting and commissioning a range of market leading Pay-As-You-Go metering systems on new build construction sites on domestic heat networks (residential).
• Using a laptop and tablet device to commission metering equipment, update records and systems.
• Problem solving and fault-finding issues on site and liaising with other trades and the main contractor.
• Liaise with & report to site staff (clients, principle contractors, consultants & heating/plumbing sub- contractors) representing the company whilst at development sites.
• Heatworks, HIU and heat meter replacement, maintenance and servicing and retrofitting Pay-As-You-Go metering systems.
• Full installation and retrofitting Pay-As-You-Go metering systems, including prepayment valve, spur, wiring and commission (mainly in occupied homes).
• Hydraulic Interface Unit (HIU) replacement, maintenance and servicing (mainly in occupied homes).
• Installing and replacing heat meters on district heating networks.
• Provide reactive maintenance including equipment installed in people's homes, or commissioned within a scheme but not yet handed over to clients/residents.
• Carry out post-installation upgrade/maintenance programmes
• Interact with clients & customers on site at developments.
• Maintain personal equipment & stock of spares/consumables to a level ensuring continuity of service.
• To offer a support role with problem solving and fault-finding AMR systems, including heat meters, MBUS networks, ZigBEE wireless RF networks, etc.

Skills & Attributes

• NVQ level 2 plumbing & heating or higher.
• Previous experience working on HIU's.
• Basic electrical knowledge.
• Must hold CSCS card (or able to get one).
• First aid trained would be desirable.
• Full UK Driving Licence.