Heat Network Graduate Trainee

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for one Graduate to join as a Heat Network Graduate, based in Shipley, West Yorkshire.

Switch2 are recognised as a leading Heat Network specialist in the UK. The decarbonisation of heat is an essential component of the UK’s Net Zero plans, and we are at the forefront of this energy sector.

There will be a graduate programme to provide recruits with a strong grounding, through training, business application and site work. The programme will include rotation of positions between different departments giving a greater oversight of the business.

We Are Looking For Numerate Candidates Who Can Bring Enthusiasm To Our Projects In The Sustainability Sector Of Heat Networks Where We Provide An End-to-End Service. The Opportunities Will Cover The Breadth Of Our Construction / Retrofit / Services Business, Which Includes:

• Consultancy / Retrofit – Heat Network Technical overview and Heat Network Efficiency improvements
• ESCo’s – Energy Services Company
• CEM’s – Contract Energy Management
• O&M – Operation and Maintenance
• D&B – Design and Build

It is an exciting time for our industry with the planned growth to meet the Government targets for decarbonisation. These targets mean a six-fold increase from the current base, and it will provide long-term career opportunities.

The candidates will be able to apply their talents in defining the roles and developing the Switch2 business.

Graduate programme to develop future heat network professionals encapsulating:

• Heat Network principles and design
• Residential Heat Network Operations and Optimisation
• Products
• Regulation and Consumer Protection

• Support the Consultancy business with
  • optimisation survey work and grant applications
  • technical assurance standards implementation
• Technical assessment of heat network schemes to provide costing proposals.

Working with the engineering, sales, and bid team to provide a comprehensive response to tender proposals.

The applicant will be provided with training and support as part of a Graduate Programme. Switch2 have significant in-house knowledge and experience from over 35 years in this business with a team that can provide training and support.

It is envisaged that recruits would rotate between two main roles within:

• Consultancy – undertaking
  • Heat Network Efficiency Scheme (HNES) aligned work
  • Heat Network Technical Assurance Scheme (HNTAS) aligned work
• Business Development – supporting bids with estimating and tender submissions.

• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive mindset
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills, with the ability to interpret technical data and drawings accurately.
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Undertake site survey/ investigation work as required.
• Ensure all deadlines are met.
• Client liaison.

• Data analysis including analysis of extended meter data, including Techno‑Economic modelling.
• Condition surveys of heat networks and analysis of survey findings.
• Network efficiency and tariff calculation for portfolio of Switch2 heat networks.
• Identifying improvement works on portfolio of Switch2 heat networks.
• Cost‑benefit analysis of retrofit measures.
• Preparation of reports covering survey findings, analysis of results and recommendations for further interventions.
• Preparation of drawings and tender documents.
• Grant applications for both survey and capital measures.

• Manage estimates from initial enquiry/ quote through to final award.
• Analyse and gain a thorough understanding of all project requirements and technical specifications to develop accurate and comprehensive cost estimates for all elements of the opportunity.
• Full take‑off of services drawings and specifications for pricing including subcontracted elements as required.
• Preparation of comprehensive enquiry documentation for all aspects of supply chain works.
• Work with internal stakeholders to maintain and further develop our supply chain database.
• Work with internal stakeholders to maintain and further develop our sustainable procurement processes and policy.
• Support the tender team/ process in…