HIU Engineer
PERMANENT
Astute’s Power Team is partnering with a leading District Heating company to recruit a HIU Engineer working across their sites in London and South.
The HIU Engineer role comes with salary of up to £45,000 + private medical insurance + company van + benefits.
If you’re a HIU Engineer with at least 3 years’ experience and looking to join a company with amazing progression opportunities then submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties of the HIU Engineer role
Reporting to the Lead HIU Engineer you will:
• Carry out servicing, repairs, and fault-finding on a wide range of HIUs across multiple manufacturers.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance activities in accordance with operational schedules.
• Respond to reactive callouts to restore heat supply and troubleshoot HIU failures.
• Participate in a shared on-call rota to support emergency service needs.
• Support commissioning and decommissioning procedures as part of ongoing works.
• Work safely and responsibly, ensuring isolation protocols (both mechanical and electrical) are followed.
• Accurately complete digital work orders and maintain detailed service records.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external site contacts.
• Assist with project work including the development of scope for plant remediation and upgrades.
• Contribute to the ongoing training and development of junior engineers and team members.
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
• Minimum of 3 year’s experience as a HIU service engineer, with a strong understanding of HIU systems
• Basic electrical competency, including mechanical and electrical safe isolation.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings such as P&IDs and schematics.
• Full UK driving license (held for at least 12 months).
• Relevant certifications (e.g. Part P, Part G) are preferred.
• Can work an on-call rota (approx.. 1 in 7 weeks)
Personal skills
The HIU Engineer role would suit someone who is:
• Self Motivated, you taking ownership of work and deliver high standards
• Organised, you can manage your time effectively
• Personable, you are a strong communicator and engage with clients clearly
Salary and benefits of the HIU Engineer role
• Starting salary of up to £35,000 - £45,000
• Benefits package including company van + medical insurance
• Opportunity to work for a leading district heating company
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