Location
London
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
12/12/2025
Closing date
02/01/2026
District Heating Engineer Opportunity
Location: Southwark
Salary: £39,000 - £52,000 DOE + Exceptional Package
Are you an experienced District Heating Engineer looking for a stable, well-organised role covering a compact local area? We are recruiting for a skilled professional to join a growing team responsible for maintaining and repairing district heating and hot water systems across Southwark. All work is based within Southwark, with jobs typically just 10-20 minutes apart-making this an ideal opportunity for a District Heating Engineer seeking minimal travel and a consistent workload.
What the Role Involves
In this position, the successful District Heating Engineer will carry out a wide range of tasks across residential properties in Southwark, including:
* Replacing radiators and radiator valves
* Diagnosing and resolving no-heating / no-hot-water issues
* Installing hot water cylinders and unvented cylinders (G3 training available if needed)
* Servicing and replacing 2-port and 3-port valves
* Cleaning system strainers
* Providing general maintenance support on district heating and communal hot water networks
Salary Structure & Earnings Potential
* Base salary: £39,000 - £52,000 depending on experience and job output
* Day rate equivalent: £155-£200 per day
* Overtime: £30 for each additional job completed
* Call-out rota: Thursday-Friday, 7-day period, 24-hour cover
* Strong call-out and overtime earning opportunities
Benefits Package
* Company van with personal use
* Fuel card provided
* 21 days' holiday plus bank holidays
* Highly local workload - all jobs within Southwark
* Excellent prospects for additional income through overtime and call-outs
If you're a committed District Heating Engineer looking for a long-term role within the Southwark area, we would love to hear from you.
To apply or to find out more, please contact Mollie Caswell at Penguin Recruitment.