Location
North Shields, Durham, Newcastle upon Tyne

Hours
Full Time - Permanent role

Salary
£35,000 - £45,000 per annum depending on experience

About the Role
As a Senior Heat Pump Engineer at Geowarmth, part of the Hometree Group, you will take a leading role in the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of high-performance heat pump and emitter systems. You will ensure all projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction. Alongside your technical duties, you will mentor and support junior members of the installation team, promoting best practices and developing their skills. This role requires a proactive, hands-on professional with strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and excellence.

Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and on-the-job training
- Manage and execute complex installation and commissioning projects for heat pump and emitter systems
- Perform and oversee system installations including underfloor heating, radiator systems, pipework, and associated electrical and plumbing connections
- Conduct planned maintenance, diagnostics, and performance assessments on existing systems
- Lead fault-finding and repair work on electrical and plumbing issues
- Uphold company and regulatory standards ensuring all work is documented and inspected
- Champion safe working practices and conduct risk assessments
- Manage client interactions professionally, providing clear communication and confident handovers
- Collaborate with project coordinators to plan resources and schedules
- Foster a positive, solutions-focused team environment encouraging continuous improvement

About Hometree Group
Hometree Group is a leading UK residential home energy services company focused on transforming the energy landscape through renewable technologies such as heat pumps, solar panels, batteries, EV chargers, and smart controls. With over 280 employees and 100,000 homes covered, Hometree offers comprehensive installation, servicing, financing, and maintenance solutions to support sustainable homeownership. Joining Hometree means playing a pivotal role in a business committed to a greener future and helping millions of homeowners transition to low-carbon living.

Experience
- 3 to 5 years installing heat pump heating systems in domestic properties
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Commitment to safe working practices

About you
- Proactive and hands-on professional
- Enthusiastic with a positive mental attitude
- Patient and flexible with a solutions-focused approach
- Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities

Qualifications
- Minimum Level 2 Plumbing, Heating or Heat Pump qualification from a recognised awarding body (e.g. City & Guilds, SVQ)
- Completion of Heat Pump manufacturer installation courses
- National Certification for Unvented Hot Water Systems: G3 qualification or proven experience
- Water Regulations WRAS qualifications
- CSCS card or equivalent health and safety qualification
- BPEC (or equivalent) GSHP or ASHP qualification (desirable)
- Low Temperature Heating Systems qualification (desirable)
- F-Gas Certification
- Gas Safety Registration (if applicable)