Careers at YOUR ENERGY YOUR WAY

Heat Pump Engineer

Location: Within 1 hour of Bracknell, (travel across West London, Surrey, Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Hampshire)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about tackling the climate emergency to join an expanding renewable energy installation firm. This position is being created due to increasing demand for our services designing and delivering renewable energy solutions for householders.

Nature of the role

We are a social enterprise whose goal is to promote opportunities for women and widen diversity in construction. Through the renewable project work and wider activities, we seek to raise the profile of and provide education about women in construction and create training and work opportunities for those who wish to work in the construction industry, particularly women. You will be required to participate in activities to support this endeavour.

We value the diversity of our community and aim to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of the places we work in. We therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community.

We are a training organisation and currently have a number of apprentices. A key part of the role will be to instruct, coach and guide them in all aspects of the job.

Responsibilities and duties

Work as part of a team to install air and ground source heat pump systems into people’s homes.

This includes:

Coaching and directing apprentices.
Service, maintenance and call-outs for heating system faults
Following supplied schematic designs to install efficient, reliable heating systems.
Removal of existing heating systems, including tanks, pipework etc.
Installation of new radiators and valves with pipework and boxing to a high standard
Wiring and commissioning of new systems
Maintain current knowledge of all applicable procedures and safety measures.
Maintain a clean and respectful work environment at customers' properties, ensuring the seamless execution of tasks.
Providing outstanding customer service at all times.
Overcome technical challenges and be comfortable working as part of a team.
Adhere to high HSE standards and be accountable for your own, customers, and your colleagues' safety.

The role is remote from the company’s office in Bracknell, Berkshire. You will be based at customer sites for the duration of an installation.

What to bring

Significant experience and technical ability in the installation of new and replacement of full heating systems, including pipe sizing and system design.
Minimum NVQ level 2 (or equivalent experience) in Plumbing and Heating.
Familiarity with domestic hot and cold-water systems.
A love of teaching and learning and a passion to pass on your skills to a new generation of installers.
The ability to work independently and within a team.
Excellent customer-facing skills.

A full and clean driving licence.

Not essential, but it would be great if you had some of the below

Proven background installing heat pumps, including wiring, commissioning, servicing and troubleshooting abilities.
WRAS Water Supply Regs
UHW10/HWSS Unvented DHW Storage Systems
Gas safe certification
BPEC L3 or equivalent in heat pump installation

You’d be a great fit if you

Want to work for a company that puts its values first.
Can take initiative and thrive in unfamiliar situations.
Have a strong desire to learn and innovate.
Are thorough, with good attention to detail.
Focus on delivering to agreed timescales whilst maintaining a high-quality service.

Career development

We are a small business and team, where every individual plays a crucial role. We offer freedom in an environment where you can give your best and are open to listening to your ideas and opinions. You can take ownership of your career progression and as we grow you can too.

How to apply

To apply for this job, please email your C.V to recruitment@yourenergyyourway.co.uk

Solar Site Support and Design

Location: Within 1 hour of Bracknell, (travel across West London, Surrey, Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Hampshire)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full-time), potential for job share/PT
Salary: £35 – £42,000 (depending on experience)

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and qualified Solar PV Installer to join a growing renewable energy installation firm. The role involves leading the roof-based aspect of domestic solar photovoltaic installations, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standard, as part of a coordinated team of roofers and electricians.

We’re a social enterprise whose goal is to promote opportunities for women and widen diversity in construction. Through our renewable project work and wider activities, we seek to raise awareness of women in construction and create training and work opportunities for those wishing to enter the industry, particularly women. You’ll be expected to support this ethos and participate in activities that promote these aims.

Nature of the Role

We value the diversity of our community and aim to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of the places we work in. We therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community and particularly women.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the roof-based installation of domestic solar PV systems, ensuring quality, safety and compliance.
Work closely with electricians and other team members to deliver complete systems to specification.
Oversee roof preparation, mounting system layout, panel placement and mechanical fixing.
Take responsibility for site safety, risk assessments and working-at-height procedures.
Diagnose and resolve installation issues and faults promptly.
Maintain a clean, respectful work environment at customer properties.
Support, coach and guide apprentices and less experienced colleagues on-site.
Participate in ongoing training and skills development as required.

What to bring

A valid UK driving licence and ability to drive yourself reliably to sites within 1 hour of Bracknell (essential).
Experience in domestic solar PV installation on a variety of roofs, including mounting and wiring coordination.
Proven ability to lead a small roof-based team and maintain high installation standards.
Strong understanding of health and safety procedures, particularly working at height.
Background in roofing or electrical work (NVQ Level 2 or 3 or equivalent experience)
Excellent attention to detail and pride in your workmanship.
Respectful, approachable and professional in all customer-facing interactions.

You’d be a great fit, if you

Have solar PV qualifications such as City & Guilds 2399 or equivalent.
Are experienced in mentoring or supervising on-site teams.
Want to work for a company that puts its values first.
Can take initiative and thrive in unfamiliar situations.
Have a strong desire to learn and innovate.

Why Join Us?

Flexible and supportive working culture.
Work for a social enterprise that champions diversity and actively encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including women, in the construction and renewables industry.

How to apply

To apply for this job, please email your C.V to recruitment@yourenergyyourway.co.uk

If you are interested in working for us, particularly on the tools, we would love to offer you the chance to do some work experience with us. Please do email recruitment@yourenergyyourway.co.uk and we may be able to help. You can read about our current training scheme here, but we are not currently recruiting for any specific roles other than the one above.

We are a social enterprise whose goal is to promote opportunities for women and widen diversity in construction and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.