Mobile HIU Engineer

People Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Shift allowance

On call bonus

Pension

Healthcare

Job summary

People Group is seeking a fully qualified HIU Technician in London to manage day-to-day tasks associated with heat interface units, including maintenance and repairs. This role requires a strong background in the plumbing or HVAC industry, excellent customer service skills, and a passion for sustainable energy solutions. Candidates should possess a full UK driving licence and the ability to work independently within a team. We offer a competitive salary with additional benefits such as shift allowance and bonuses.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience with working in a residential environment.
• Passion for emerging technologies in the Energy Market.

Responsibilities

• Perform HIU/CIU inspections and reactive maintenance.
• Carry out repairs, including pumps and valves.
• Liaise with the service desk for job management.
• Update work orders via the asset management system.
• Deliver first-class customer service.

Skills

Proven experience in plumbing or HVAC industry

Demonstrable technical knowledge in communal and district heating systems

Strong communication skills

Demonstrable IT skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Positive attitude with time management skills

Education

ND / City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical

Job description

Location: London (covering Stratford/Battersea/Wandsworth)

Salary: Competitive Salary + Shift allowance + On call bonus + Pension/Healthcare

The Client:

My client is a prominent and forward-thinking energy infrastructure provider in the United Kingdom, specializing in the design, delivery, and long-term operation of large-scale decentralized low‑carbon utility networks.

The company focuses heavily on urban district heating, cooling, and power solutions, managing critical assets that supply sustainable energy to thousands of residential and commercial properties. Renowned for its engineering excellence and commitment to the green transition, the business integrates cutting‑edge technologies like industrial heat pumps and waste‑heat recovery systems to drive urban centres toward a zero‑carbon future.

Employees benefit from working within a safety‑first, technologically progressive environment that prioritizes long‑term asset reliability, environmental sustainability, and structured career development within the renewable utilities sector.

The role:

Reporting to HIU Team Manager you will be responsible for the day‑to‑day tasks associated with heat interface units, including planned and reactive maintenance. You will work closely with the service desk team to ensure a high level of service to our residential customers.

As a fully qualified HIU technician, there will be a chance for you to train/ mentor a Trainee HIU Technician.

Key Responsibilities

• HIU/CIU inspections and reactive maintenance for loss of heat or cooling within the required timeframe of our Residential Supply Agreements.
• Carry out repairs identified during servicing including removal/replacement of pumps, valves, and actuators plus bleeding systems.
• Update work orders in a timely manner and in accordance with company training via our asset management system.
• Liaise with our service desk to ensure any on‑hold jobs are rebooked and closed out as soon as possible.
• Be in charge of your own van stock and contact management when critical parts are required.
• Work in a safe manner and in accordance with the company’s Health & Safety policy, proactively helping and supporting others to achieve team objectives.
• Perform heat meter works such as replacing battery, replacing meter itself or investigating why error codes appear on meters with the internal metering team.
• Report PPMs/reactive jobs completed, on hold or requiring further action from other teams on a bi‑weekly basis to management.
• Ensure the company escalation process is understood and followed when further action is required to reinstate heat/cooling to a residential property, outside the remit of your job description (e.g., plant room temperatures are low).
• Deliver a first‑class service to customers.
• Effectively prioritise and perform tasks under pressure.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Proven experience in working in the plumbing or HVAC industry.
• Experience with working in a residential environment.
• Demonstrable technical knowledge and experience in communal and district heating systems. Proven experience in maintenance and troubleshooting of heat interface units (HIUs).
• Positive attitude towards work and willingness to get tasks completed on time while managing conflicting deadlines.
• Passion and interest in learning about emerging technologies within the Energy Market and supporting the drive to Net Zero.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrable communication skills, both verbal & written.
• Demonstrable IT skills including Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Excel, Word.
• Qualified to ND / City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical is desirable but not essential.