Service Engineer Renewables

AES Solar; Highlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in renewable energy solutions is seeking a qualified plumbing & heating engineer in the Highlands. You will service and maintain Ground Source and Air Source heat pumps while providing excellent customer service. A full clean UK driving license is essential, and previous experience is preferred. The role offers a competitive salary and a variety of benefits including a company pension and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Company events

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount

Health & wellbeing programme

Life insurance

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of plumbing/heating experience required.
• Heat Pump qualification is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace is essential.

Responsibilities

• Service Ground Source and Air Source heat pumps.
• Perform reactive maintenance of renewable heating systems.
• Engage with clients politely in a customer-facing role.

Skills

Full clean UK driving licence

Troubleshooting electrical issues

Customer service skills

Education

Qualified plumbing & heating engineer (SVQ/NVQ or equivalent)

Unvented qualifications

Job description

About Us
AES Solar is a leader in renewable energy solutions.
With five decades of experience, we’ve been at the forefront of renewable energy innovation. We deliver high quality, reliable renewable solutions that stand the test of time.
If you work with AES, you’re choosing a greener, brighter future with a company that’s here to stay.
We're growing quickly, creating opportunities for driven employees to progress their careers
The role
The role will be varied from week to week and will include, but is not limited to the following:
• Routine and planned servicing of Ground Source heat pumps, Air Source heat pumps and Solar Thermal systems (full training will be given with ongoing support).
• Reactive maintenance of renewable heating systems. Troubleshooting electrical and plumbing issues as well as general plumbing as required.
• In a customer facing role, engage with clients in a polite and helpful manner.
• Assist heating teams on occasion with the installation of heat pumps, solar thermal systems, underfloor heating and radiators (may include pipework).
• Maintain clear communication with the Service Manager who will create a pre-planned schedule across our area of operation.
• Diagnose problems and find resolutions, replace parts or request parts from stock or suppliers.
• Liaise with manufacturers via their technical helpdesks where necessary to identify faults. Report back to office so the client can be kept fully informed of progress and updates.
• Exhibit a solid understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace.
• Ensuring appointments are kept by using your time management skills. Liaise with office regarding all changes to schedule when affected by jobs in progress, i.e. when issues are discovered on site requiring more time
• You must work well and on your own initiative however maintain close reference with the Service Manager to agree any changes to schedule or scope.
Skills and Experience
Essential
• Full clean UK driving licence
Desirable
• Qualified plumbing & heating engineer (SVQ/NVQ or equivalent).
• Unvented qualifications and experience necessary.
• 3+ years of plumbing/heating experience.
• Heat Pump qualification and experience would be beneficial although full training will be given.
Location
This will be mainly in the Highlands and Aberdeenshire with occasional overnight stays.
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: £30,000.00-£42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Work Location: In person