Plumbing & Heating Engineer

North East Heating Solutions; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Pension scheme

Private healthcare after 6 months

Ongoing training and development

Long-term growth plans

Job summary

North East Heating Solutions is looking for a Plumbing & Heating Engineer to join our field-based team. You will install, remove and commission hot water systems in domestic properties, and work with our electrical team on modern electric heating installations.

Based in Wetherby with travel across the North East and East of England, the role offers a competitive salary, company vehicle and development opportunities within a family‑run business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a plumber or heating installer.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing & Heating (or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of domestic hot water and heating systems.
• Good fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive and professional approach when working on customer sites.
• A full UK driving licence.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
• Gas Safe registration is not required.

Responsibilities

• Removal of existing domestic heating and hot water systems (including cylinders, tanks and associated pipework).
• Installation, commissioning and testing of hot water systems.
• Pipework installation and connection to water supply and system controls.
• Fault finding and pressure testing.
• Working collaboratively with electricians on electric heating installations.
• Ensuring all work meets current safety and regulatory standards.
• Providing a high level of customer service, including explaining systems to end users.
• Maintaining accurate job records, photos and documentation.
• Supporting general warehouse organisation and stock control when required.

Skills

Plumbing experience

Heating installation

Fault finding

Driving licence

Customer service

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing & Heating

Job description

Plumbing & Heating Engineer

Salary: £35k to £40k (depending on experience & qualifications) + Benefits

Location: Wetherby-based, with travel across the North East

Join a growing, family-run business where your work genuinely makes a difference

North East Heating Solutions is a fast-growing, family-owned business specialising in electric heating and hot water systems. With a strong reputation for quality and customer service, we continue to expand across the East of England.

We are now looking for a skilled Plumbing & Heating Engineer to join our team in a varied, hands‑on role. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working out on site, takes pride in their work, and is looking to develop their skills further within a supportive and forward‑thinking company.

The Role – varied, practical and rewarding

This is a field‑based role where no two days are the same. You will be responsible for the installation, removal and commissioning of hot water systems, working primarily within domestic residential properties.

You will also work closely with our electrical team on the installation of modern electric heating systems, making this an ideal opportunity for someone open to expanding their skillset.

Key responsibilities include:

• Removal of existing domestic heating and hot water systems (including cylinders, tanks and associated pipework)
• Installation, commissioning and testing of hot water systems
• Pipework installation and connection to water supply and system controls
• Fault finding, diagnostics and pressure testing
• Working collaboratively with electricians on electric heating installations
• Ensuring all work meets current safety and regulatory standards
• Providing a high level of customer service, including explaining systems to end users
• Maintaining accurate job records, photos and documentation
• Supporting general warehouse organisation and stock control when required

The ideal candidate:

We are looking for someone who is reliable, practical and takes pride in delivering high-quality work.

You will have:

• Proven experience as a plumber or heating installer
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing & Heating (or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of domestic hot water and heating systems
• Good fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
• A proactive and professional approach when working on customer sites
• A full UK driving licence

The ability to work independently and as part of a wider team

Gas Safe registration is not required.

What is on offer?

• Salary of £35k to £40k depending on experience
• Company vehicle provided
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare after 6 months
• Ongoing training and development, including exposure to modern electric heating systems
• The opportunity to join a supportive, family‑run business with long‑term growth plans

Additional Information

This role involves travel across the East of England.

Candidates should ideally live within 30 minutes of Wetherby.

Work is carried out in residential and commercial environments.

The role can involve lifting and being in confined spaces.