* Job Title: HIU Technician
* IR35 Status: Inside IR35
* Start Date: ASAP
* Duration: 6 months (temporary), with potential for permanent placement
* Pay Rate: £45,636 – £57,937 (dependent on skills/experience)
* Overtime and call-out fees paid additionally
* Working Hours: 37 hours/week
* Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00
* On Call rota: 1 week in 4
Work Location: Scotswood District Heating Scheme, Gateshead (circa 650 homes)
Role Overview
The HIU Technician will:
* Attend and resolve HIU breakdowns, repairs, and leaks
* Occasionally install/replace HIUs beyond economical repair
* Conduct visual checks in the Energy Centre and report faults
* Support other engineers with double-handed work
* Assist with Ground Source Heat Pump maintenance (hydraulic/wet side only)
Responsibilities
* HIU installation, servicing, breakdowns, upgrades, commissioning
* General plumbing and heating (HVAC)
* Accurate reporting and compliance with Health & Safety standards
* Meeting KPIs and supporting cross-functional teams
Skills & Qualifications
Essential:
* NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent in plumbing/heating/mechanical
* Valid UK Driving Licence
* Fault-finding experience on domestic heating systems
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* IT proficiency
* HIU and District Heating Network (DHN) experience
* Domestic gas boiler experience (Gas Safe registered)
* Basic electrical knowledge
* Familiarity with Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) and Contractor Safety Engagement (CSE)
Development Opportunities
* Internal and external training
* Progression into commercial systems and heat networks
* Skill development in DHNs, HIUs, and energy centre operations