Job title: Heat pump installer
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: ENERGY
Salary: negotiable
Location: croydon, london
Job ID: 38715
Contact name: Natalie Sanders
Contact email: natalie.sanders@porterhouserecruitment.co.uk

Job Description

 

 

 

 

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer – Heat Pump Installations

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £30,000 – £60,000 per year

Location: Surrey (with travel across South London and Berkshire)

Schedule: Monday to Friday

 

Role Overview

A skilled Mechanical Engineer is required to support the installation of air source (ASHP) and ground

source heat pump (GSHP) systems in high-end residential properties. The role involves working

independently or as part of a high-performance team, delivering exceptional standards in mechanical and

plumbing work, and maintaining a professional and customer-focused approach.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Install heating, cooling, and ventilation systems according to design specifications or verbal

instructions

• Fit various types of plumbing pipework and integrate renewable heating technologies, including

ASHPs, GSHPs, and MVHR systems

• Operate efficiently from site to site and report to mechanical supervisors or senior staff

• Maintain high levels of punctuality, professionalism, and safety on all jobs

• Communicate effectively and courteously with clients throughout the installation process

 

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in mechanical engineering or plumbing roles

• NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing (Level 3 preferred)

• Experience with heat pump installations (experience with brands such as Vaillant, Mitsubishi,

Stiebel, or Samsung is advantageous)

• Full, clean UK driving licence

• Strong work ethic and ability to work both independently and in a team setting

 

Benefits

• Competitive salary (based on experience and qualifications)

• Monthly pay

• 28 days paid holiday (including bank holidays)

• Access to on-site gym

• Company van and fuel card (discretionary)

• Pension scheme (post-probation)

• Employee of the Month scheme