HIU Engineer
London
DK210526HIUFIELDENGINEER
Mechanical & Electrical
Permanent

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Discipline: HIU

Speciality: Engineering

UK Residency Required: Yes

Salary: £44k - £47k per annum

Benefits: + OT + Bonus + Van + Pension + Training + Progression etc

Apply by: 30/11/2026

Min Experience: years

OVERVIEW & ROLE DESCRIPTION

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a HIU Engineer on behalf of a specialist utility services company who provide installation, maintenance, metering and billing services to customers throughout the Uk.

Operating for over 15 years now, they are a fast growing reputable company with over 120 employees. They are an award-winning heat network services provider.

The HIU Engineer will support the installation, maintenance and effective operation of equipment on client sites including smart metering systems and HIU’s.

This is a permanent position, covering London, working Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week. The basic salary is paying £44k per annum, rising to £47k after completion of probationary period. They also offer a £6k KPI related bonus – up to £1500 is paid quarterly. Other perks include van & fuel card which can be used for personal use, pension, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, overtime and Development & training which includes progression towards commercial gas qualifications.

 

Responsibilities

  • Installation and commissioning of prepayment & controlled credit systems.
  • Supporting and commissioning a range of market leading Pay-As-You-Go metering systems on new build construction sites on domestic heat networks (residential).
  • Using a laptop and tablet device to commission metering equipment, update records and systems.
  • Problem solving and fault-finding issues on site and liaising with other trades and the main contractor.
  • Liaise with & report to site staff (clients, principle contractors, consultants & heating/plumbing sub- contractors) representing the company whilst at development sites.
  • Heatworks, HIU and heat meter replacement, maintenance and servicing and retrofitting Pay-As-You-Go metering systems.
  • Full installation and retrofitting Pay-As-You-Go metering systems, including prepayment valve, spur, wiring and commission (mainly in occupied homes).
  • Hydraulic Interface Unit (HIU) replacement, maintenance and servicing (mainly in occupied homes).
  • Installing and replacing heat meters on district heating networks.
  • Provide reactive maintenance including equipment installed in people’s homes, or commissioned within a scheme but not yet handed over to clients/residents.
  • Carry out post-installation upgrade/maintenance programmes
  • Interact with clients & customers on site at developments.
  • Maintain personal equipment & stock of spares/consumables to a level ensuring continuity of service.
  • To offer a support role with problem solving and fault-finding AMR systems, including heat meters, MBUS networks, ZigBEE wireless RF networks, etc.

 

Skills & Attributes

  • NVQ level 2 plumbing & heating or higher.
  • Previous experience working on HIU’s.
  • Basic electrical knowledge.
  • Must hold CSCS card (or able to get one).
  • First aid trained would be desirable.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.

 

Note:- Apex M&E Solutions are acting as an Employment Agency

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • NVQ level 2 plumbing & heating or higher.
  • Previous experience working on HIU’s.
  • Basic electrical knowledge.
  • Must hold CSCS card (or able to get one).
  • First aid trained would be desirable.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Installation and commissioning of prepayment & controlled credit systems.
  • Supporting and commissioning a range of market leading Pay-As-You-Go metering systems on new build construction sites on domestic heat networks (residential).
  • Using a laptop and tablet device to commission metering equipment, update records and systems.
  • Problem solving and fault-finding issues on site and liaising with other trades and the main contractor.
  • Liaise with & report to site staff (clients, principle contractors, consultants & heating/plumbing sub- contractors) representing the company whilst at development sites.
  • Heatworks, HIU and heat meter replacement, maintenance and servicing and retrofitting Pay-As-You-Go metering systems.
  • Full installation and retrofitting Pay-As-You-Go metering systems, including prepayment valve, spur, wiring and commission (mainly in occupied homes).
  • Hydraulic Interface Unit (HIU) replacement, maintenance and servicing (mainly in occupied homes).
  • Installing and replacing heat meters on district heating networks.
  • Provide reactive maintenance including equipment installed in people’s homes, or commissioned within a scheme but not yet handed over to clients/residents.
  • Carry out post-installation upgrade/maintenance programmes
  • Interact with clients & customers on site at developments.
  • Maintain personal equipment & stock of spares/consumables to a level ensuring continuity of service.
  • To offer a support role with problem solving and fault-finding AMR systems, including heat meters, MBUS networks, ZigBEE wireless RF networks, etc.

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