We are a friendly family business seeking a Heating and Plumbing Engineer to join our friendly team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing/heating systems across our portfolio of residential customers. This role requires strong mechanical skills, proficiency with hand and power tools, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
The ideal applicant will possess positive attitude, relevant technical skills, a commitment to safety, and the physical capability to undertake tasks relating to installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing/heating systems.
This position offers an opportunity to be part of a growing family business with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction. We believe that happy employees make happy customers.
For a suitable candidate we offer further opportunities to grow and up-skill.
Responsibilities
- Install, service, and repair heating systems in accordance with industry standards and safety regulations
- Perform plumbing tasks related to heating systems, including pipe fitting and connections
- Use soldering and brazing techniques to join components where necessary
- Engage in assembly of heating units or components as part of installation or repair processes
- Conduct mechanical inspections to diagnose faults and determine appropriate solutions
- Operate hand tools, power tools, and specialised equipment efficiently and safely
- Carry out simple carpentry tasks for system supports or housing modifications when required
- Utilise basic mathematics skills for measurements, calculations, and system adjustments
- Conduct lifting of equipment or materials safely to meet project requirements
- Drive commercial vehicles as needed for transportation of tools or parts between sites
What we offer
- 20 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
- 3% employer pension contribution
- Company van
- Fuel covered
- All certifications maintained
Skills/Experience
- Proven experience in heating system installation, maintenance, and repair
- Mechanical knowledge relevant to heating systems and related components
- Proficiency with soldering, brazing, plumbing, carpentry, and assembly tasks
- Experience with working on both residential and commercial projects is advantageous
- Competence in using hand tools and power tools effectively and safely
- Physical fitness capable of heavy lifting and working in demanding environments
- Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail, ability to perform basic mathematics accurately for measurements and calculations.
- Commitment to health & safety regulations and best practices
- Commercial plumbing experience is an advantage
Licences/Certifications
- Driving Licence
- ACS qualification
- NVQ level 2 in Domestic/Commercial Gas
This role offers an engaging environment where your technical expertise and personality is valued alongside a proactive approach to safety and quality. We welcome applications from motivated individuals with positive mindset and eager to develop their career within the heating engineering sector in a friendly family business.
Work location: Local areas around Orpington, Kent.