Plumbing Engineer (Junior/improver)

Company: Pertemps
Apply for the Plumbing Engineer (Junior/improver)
Location: Faygate
Job Description:

Location: Horsham, West Sussex (with travel across Sussex)

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 starting salary (depending on experience) 

Ready to transition into renewables and future-proof your career?The heating industry is shifting fast, and green energy is the future. Our client is looking for a motivated Junior or Improver Plumbing & Heating / HVAC Engineer based near Horsham to join the growing team.

If you already have your core qualifications but want to become a specialist in installing and servicing Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs), this is your perfect career path. you will be given the hands-on training and mentorship you need to become a fully qualified renewables expert.

What We Are Looking ForYou don’t need to be a heat pump expert yet—you will be taught that. But you do need a solid foundation in the trade and the right attitude.

  • Qualifications: Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing & Heating or HVAC/Refrigeration.
  • Background: You could be a newly qualified plumber, an improver looking for a stable direction, or an HVAC engineer wanting to pivot into domestic green tech.
  • The Right Attitude: A strong work ethic, a reliable nature, and a genuine desire to learn.
  • Client-Facing Skills: You will be working inside customers’ homes. A polite, respectful demeanour and excellent communication skills are non-negotiable.
  • Logistics: A full UK driving licence is required.

What You’ll Do & Learn

  • Work alongside senior engineers to install premium Air Source Heat Pump systems.
  • Learn the ins and outs of servicing, fault-finding, and maintaining renewable systems.
  • Transition from traditional fossil-fuel heating setups to modern, low-carbon technologies.
  • Represent the company by providing tidy workmanship and brilliant customer service.

What’s in it for You?

  • Starting Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 with clear room for progression as your skills grow.
  • Future-Proof Skills: Fully funded, hands-on training in a massive growth industry.
  • Local Work: Based out of Horsham, serving the beautiful Sussex/Surrey area.
  • Great Team Culture: Join a supportive, forward-thinking local business that values its people.

How to ApplyIf you have your NVQ Level 3 and are ready to take your trade to the next level, we want to hear from you. Apply for immediate, confidential discussion

Posted: July 8th, 2026