At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver high-quality air source heat pump services and ensure residents' comfort and energy efficiency.
- Company: Fairhive, a growing company focused on sustainable heating solutions.
- Benefits: Full-time, permanent position with opportunities for skill development.
- Other info: Join a friendly team and enjoy a dynamic work environment with emergency repair support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working with modern renewable technologies.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing or equivalent, ACS qualifications, and Gas Safe registration.
Are you an experienced heating or plumbing engineer ready to work with modern renewable systems? At Fairhive, we’re growing our renewable services and are looking for a skilled Renewable Operative to help deliver high-quality, sustainable heating solutions across our homes. This is a great opportunity to develop your expertise in air source heat pump systems while making a genuine difference to residents’ comfort, safety, and energy efficiency.
About the role
You’ll be responsible for delivering a full range of air source heat pump (ASHP) services across occupied and void properties, including servicing, repairs, fault diagnosis, and supporting installations. Your role will include:
- Servicing, maintaining, and repairing air source heat pumps and domestic heating systems
- Diagnosing faults and delivering a right-first-time, cost-effective solution
- Inspecting properties to assess and plan required works
- Recording all work accurately using a PDA system
- Supporting both planned and reactive maintenance programmes
- Working collaboratively with the wider heating team, including supporting gas servicing when required
As a key representative of Fairhive, you’ll provide a professional, friendly service to residents, ensuring a positive customer experience on every visit. You’ll also take part in a call-out rota to support emergency repairs outside of normal working hours.
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for a skilled tradesperson with strong technical knowledge and a customer-first mindset. You’ll have:
- NVQ Level 3 / City Guilds in Plumbing, Heating, or Mechanical Installation (or equivalent)
- ACS qualifications and Gas Safe registration
- Experience working with domestic heating systems, ideally including air source heat pumps
- Full UK driving licence
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability
- Good IT skills (PDA / job systems)
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
Renewable Heating Engineer / Operative (ASHP) employer: Fairhive Homes
At Fairhive, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values innovation and sustainability. Our Renewable Heating Engineer role not only provides competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth in the rapidly evolving renewable energy sector but also allows you to make a meaningful impact on residents' comfort and energy efficiency in the Aylesbury area. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that prioritises quality service and customer satisfaction while fostering your skills in modern heating solutions.
