Heat Networks Technical Officer

Wheatley Solutions

Role: Heat Networks Technical Officer

Salary: SCP 36-39 (£47,785 - £52,176) per annum pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Hours of work: Full-time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday,

Location: Agile home based with travel as required to Wheatley Group locations

If you're proactive, organised and passionate about technical excellence, sustainability and continuous improvement, come and join Wheatley Solutions as a Heat Networks Technical Officer.

About the role

We are looking for a Heat Networks Technical Officer to help ensure Wheatley Group's heat networks are safe, efficient and fully compliant with HNTAS, Ofgem and other regulatory requirements. You will lead technical compliance programmes, monitor network performance, manage investment works and work closely with contractors and internal teams to deliver reliable services and excellent customer outcomes.

This is a varied role where you'll play a key part in resolving technical issues, improving network performance, supporting regulatory reporting and driving continuous improvement across our heat network operations.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking an experienced heat networks professional with a strong understanding of heat network operations, technical compliance standards and regulatory requirements. You'll have experience managing contracts, suppliers and compliance programmes, alongside strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

You'll be a confident communicator who can build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and work collaboratively to deliver high-quality customer-focused services.

A degree (or equivalent experience) in an energy, maintenance or technical discipline is essential, with a professional qualification such as CIBSE certification desirable.

If you're proactive, organised and passionate about technical excellence, sustainability and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

The benefits we offer

As part of Wheatley Group, we offer a sector-leading benefits package.

The successful candidate will receive:

• a rewarding career with a competitive salary;
• access to a contributory pension scheme;
• excellent leave entitlements;
• enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave;
• contributions towards dental, optical, driving lessons and more;
• access to staff inclusion networks promoting an inclusive workplace; and
• 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme.

Committed to inclusion

At Wheatley, are always looking to improve diversity within our teams. We want to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute their best work and achieve their full potential.

We actively celebrate our individual differences and recognise the collective strength this brings to our organisation. It is important our teams represent the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from any underrepresented groups.

Closing date: Tuesday 17th November 2026 at 5pm.

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