Domestic Plumber​/Heating Engineer

Heated Mechanical Services is seeking an experienced Senior Domestic Plumber / Heating Engineer to join our team.

This is a varied, mobile position covering plumbing and heating installation, maintenance and repair work across Kent. The successful candidate will work on a broad range of projects, so no two days will be the same.

As a senior engineer, you will be trusted to assess, plan, undertake and complete work independently, safely and to a consistently high standard. You will also represent the company professionally when working in customers’ homes and alongside clients, contractors and other trades.

• Carry out domestic plumbing and heating installations, maintenance and repairs.
• Complete first-fix and second-fix plumbing work.
• Diagnose faults and identify effective, practical solutions.
• Repair and replace plumbing fixtures, pipework, valves, pumps and associated components.
• Install, maintain, test and commission plumbing and heating systems.
• Service, repair and work on boilers where appropriately qualified and Gas Safe registered for the relevant work category.
• Plan jobs, identify required materials and complete work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Ensure all work meets applicable regulations, manufacturer instructions and company standards.
• Complete job sheets, test records, certificates and other required documentation accurately and promptly.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with customers, colleagues, suppliers and other trades.
• Protect customers’ property and leave work areas clean, safe and tidy.
• Take proper care of the company vehicle, equipment and materials.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures, including risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Support colleagues and contribute practical knowledge when working as part of a wider team.

• Minimum Level 2 NVQ in Plumbing and Heating, or a recognised equivalent.
• At least six years’ relevant industry experience.
• Strong practical experience across domestic plumbing and heating installation, maintenance and repair.
• Ability to undertake and complete work independently without routine supervision.
• Good fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Valid CSCS card.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Own suitable hand tools.
• Good customer service and communication skills.
• Reliable, organised and able to manage a mobile workload across Kent.
• Professional approach to workmanship, safety and customers’ homes.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory right-to-work, driving licence and employment-reference checks.

• Level 3 NVQ in Plumbing and Heating, or equivalent.
• Current domestic gas qualifications and Gas Safe registration covering the relevant categories of work.
• Experience servicing, diagnosing and repairing domestic boilers.
• Additional plumbing, heating or manufacturer-specific qualifications.

• Competitive salary of £40,000–£45,000, reflecting experience and qualifications.
• Permanent, employed position.
• Company van and fuel card.
• Company-provided power tools and specialist equipment.
• Overtime and on-call opportunities, subject to prior agreement.
• 28 days’ paid annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Workplace pension in accordance with auto-enrolment requirements.
• Statutory sick pay.
• Company-provided PPE.
• Varied work across Kent.
• A responsible senior position offering independence and the opportunity to develop with the business.