Heat Networks-ENTRY LEVEL- Commercial plant service engineer

Hemiko are recruiting for a Service Engineer (Plant) reporting to the Technical Manager.

 The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering operation and maintenance services across our fleet of heat networks. We are looking for someone who is willing to work towards a valid commercial gas certificate, with experience servicing and repairing commercial Plant equipment. Experience maintaining and operating commercial non-gas plant, e.g., pumps, valves, strainers, would be beneficial. The role will be varied, undertaking mechanical PPMs, reactive call outs, planned repairs and project work, to further improve reliability and network efficiency across the fleet of networks we operate.

 We are looking for an experienced engineer with at least 1-2 years relevant experience of working within Plant rooms in excess of 1MW who is knowledgeable, reliable and someone who will contribute positively to our safe & supportive working culture.

About Hemiko

Hemiko is a fast-growing innovative business which is looking to invest in and deliver over £1bn of heat network projects in the coming years. We fund, design, build, operates and maintain low carbon district energy networks and building energy systems. This work is for communities, towns, and cities. We work with local authorities, developers, house builders, and property owners.

The Role

Hemiko are seeking a Service Engineer (Plant) to work under/with our Technical Manager to learn and develop while delivering value to the Operations Department.

Specifically, the successful candidate will have a strong competency within the commercial gas field, with 1-2 years working as a Plant Engineer. They need to have experience maintaining and operating commercial non-gas plant, e.g., pumps, valves, strainers, would be beneficial. The role will be varied, undertaking mechanical PPMs, reactive call outs, planned repairs and project work, to further improve reliability and network efficiency across the fleet of networks we operate.  Experience in district heating networks is preferred but not essential.

The compact nature of the business and our rapid growth means that the candidate has significant opportunity to develop their career in a friendly environment working with and alongside a broadly experienced team of commercial professionals of varying levels.

Candidate

We are looking for someone who is organised, self-motivated, and positive in their outlook. The company is relatively small but with very fast growth trajectory over the coming 3 years and beyond. The candidate will be able to work as part of a functional commercial team and the project team(s) to which they are assigned and take ownership and fulfil their tasks to a high standard and on time.

 The candidate will need to be comfortable communicating with team members, as well as external clients and their respective site-based teams. They will be personable and a good communicator.

 We will want you to join our journey toward a more environmentally and technically responsible and effective way of delivering energy systems; moving away from conventional processes into a more innovative and free-thinking environment. Our business culture promotes this approach with a persistent willingness to listen to new ideas and explore new solutions.

 Key responsibilities:

• Working  under the direct supervision of our Technical Manager
• Completion  of planned preventative maintenance activities in line with company maintenance schedules (pumps, actuators, plate heat exchangers,  pressurisation units, degassers)
• Repair and reinstatement of commercial plant (as per above)
• Completion of fault finding and repairs to commercial plant and other equipment including pumps and pipework
• Attend reactive call-outs to sites to reinstate heat and resolve plant failures
• Review root causes for plant failure (resolve operational issues which arise)
• Management of site-based project work and development of the scope of works for plant remediation.
• Regularly working autonomously
• Safe isolation of equipment before commencing works
• Good communication with the team always
• Ensure  maintenance system records are kept up to date to ensure accurate and  secure records. This will involve the completion of clear and concise  online work orders.

Knowledge &Experience

• 1-2 years of experience working  as a Commercial Plant Engineer or in a similar capacity
• Operational knowledge of  commercial gas boilers is required. Knowledge of heat network energy centers and plantrooms.
• Able to read technical drawings  e.g., P&IDs & mechanical schematics.
• Electrical competency (basic).
• Competent with safe isolation (mechanical and electrical).
• Full UK driving license (valid for at least 12 months)

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Hemiko are keen to start to bring young people into the industry who have the drive, energy and fresh thinking that will help the team thrive. For this entry level Service Plant Engineer position within their Plant Team, they think this could be a great opportunity for someone who has just completed their T levels or similar.

To apply, please complete the online application form on BambooHR. However, for an informal chat please contact:

Dan Blake Field Service Manager Dan.Blake@Hemiko.com and/or

Toby Powell, Operations Director: Toby.Powell@hemiko.com

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