Commercial Heating Wet Worker Engineer
Location: Sutton - covering Wandsworth (with flexibility to travel)
Salary: £40,000 + Call Out (Minimum £4,000 retainer + paid door-to-door) + Overtime after 5pm finish (Time & Half / Double) - OTE 60k
Employment Type: Full-time
About Us
We are a well-established, family-run business with over 50 years of experience and a reputation for high staff retention. We pride ourselves on strong family values, equal opportunities, and promoting from within. As a Living Wage employer and member of the 5% Club, we invest in our people through training, development, and wellbeing initiatives.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Heating Wet Worker Engineer to join our Commercial Service Department. You will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing pipes and fixtures (radiators, cylinders, etc.) associated with district heating systems in residential properties. This includes testing, inspection, fault diagnosis, and delivering repairs to the highest standard.
Key Responsibilities
Diagnose faults and select appropriate tools/materials for repair
Install, maintain, and repair radiators, valves, cylinders, thermal stores, tanks, and ancillary equipment
Upgrade/repair heating and hot water services
Perform inspections and replace worn parts
Isolate and cap leaking radiators/valves
Wire controls for 2- and 3-port valves and immersions
Complete site logs (written and electronic)
Respond to callouts for heating/hot water systems, ensuring high first-time fix rates
Participate in emergency call-out rota (1 in 5)
Adhere to company Health & Safety standards at all timesWhat We're Looking For
Qualifications: Minimum Level 2 NVQ Plumbing or equivalent
Experience: Plant rooms, commercial systems, and HIUs (essential)
Strong mechanical and technical skills
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Effective time management and communication skills
Commitment to delivering exceptional customer serviceBenefits
Paid weekly
Company van, fuel card, tools, and van stock provided
Uniform, mobile phone, and tablet supplied
25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (annual leave increases after 5 years)
Pension: Company contribution 3%, personal contribution 5%
Mental health resources and cycle-to-work scheme
Open-door policy and career progression opportunitiesCall Out Details:
Retainer: £450/week
Call out paid at time & half (Mon-Sat) and double time