Full job descriptionMechanical Engineering Lead – Renewable Technologies
Kent – Hybrid
£52,471 per annum
Venn Group’s specialist Estates & Asset Management recruitment team is recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer Technical Lead for Renewable Technologies on behalf of a leading housing organisation based in Kent. This permanent opportunity offers the chance to play a key role in delivering renewable energy solutions, improving asset performance, and supporting the transition to low-carbon heating technologies across a large property portfolio.
The Role
You will be responsible for:
*Acting as the technical lead and subject matter expert for renewable technologies, including air source heat pumps and solar PV systems.
*Diagnosing complex faults, improving asset performance, and supporting repairs teams with specialist technical advice.
*Developing and maintaining technical standards, procedures, and best-practice guidance for renewable technologies.
*Delivering coaching, mentoring, and technical training to operational teams to improve service delivery and first-time fix rates.
*Supporting long-term sustainability strategies, investment planning, and lifecycle management of renewable assets.
*Working closely with manufacturers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure quality installations, compliance, and continuous improvement.
About You
*Significant experience working with air source heat pumps and other low-carbon heating technologies.
*Strong fault-finding, diagnostics, and maintenance experience across heating systems, controls, and hydronic systems.
*Experience supporting, coaching, or mentoring technical teams.
*NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Plumbing, Heating, HVAC, or Building Services.
*Heat Pump Qualification (BPEC or equivalent), F-Gas Certification, and Unvented Hot Water Qualification.
*Full UK Driving Licence and strong IT skills.
*Knowledge of landlord compliance obligations, housing standards, building regulations, and renewable technology best practice.
Key Details
*Salary: £52,471 per annum
*Location: Kent / Hybrid
*Contract: Permanent
*Hours: 42 hours per week, Monday to Friday
*DBS: Basic DBS required
Why Consider This Role?
*Opportunity to be at the forefront of renewable technology and decarbonisation initiatives.
*Influence technical standards, service delivery, and long-term sustainability strategy.
*Hybrid working with a varied role that combines hands-on technical expertise and strategic leadership.
*Support the development of renewable energy solutions that deliver tangible benefits for residents and the wider community.