Alternative Heat Ltd
Skilled Operative
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Skilled Operative
Skilled Operative – Biomass Heating Maintenance & Support
About Who We Are Looking For
We’re seeking positive, can-do individuals with a willingness to roll up their sleeves and get hands-on. While practical skills are essential, we’re also happy to support your development.
We need hands-on operatives to support the safe operation and maintenance of biomass heating systems across multiple sites. If you’re practical, reliable, and enjoy working in varied environments, this could be the perfect role for you.
- Attention to detail – Ensuring routine tasks are carried out safely and sites meet the highest maintenance standards.
- Commitment to continual improvement – We value results-driven people who take ownership and thrive in fast-paced environments.
If you’re ambitious and want to make a meaningful impact in the transition to cleaner energy, we’d love to hear from you.
Who You’ll Work With
Our Biomass Service team supports renewable heating systems in a wide range of commercial and public-sector buildings. The team emphasises:
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- Collaboration – Working closely together to ensure systems run efficiently, safely, and reliably.
- Quality focus – Delivering a high-quality service while supporting the shift towards cleaner energy solutions.
If you focus on results, care about what truly matters, and want to be part of a team that delivers, this is where you’ll thrive.
Job Details
- Title: Skilled Operative
- Location: South Lanarkshire
- Hours: Monday – Friday | 08:00 – 16:00
- Salary: Competitive (depends on experience)
- Reports to: Service & Maintenance Manager
Responsibilities
Key Day-to-Day Duties
- Travel to multiple sites across South Lanarkshire, performing routine biomass boiler support tasks.
- Safely remove ash from biomass boiler systems and maintain a clean, safe plantroom environment.
- Monitor fuel store levels and report data to ensure efficient fuel deliveries.
- Identify and report faults/issues promptly so engineers can respond quickly.
- Assist engineers with larger maintenance tasks requiring manual handling or additional support.
- Handle deliveries and day-to-day logistics at the Glasgow (Paisley) store and equipment depot.
- Transport parts/materials to engineers working across multiple sites as needed.
- Use company tablets and phones to log site visits and digital records of completed work.
- Build positive relationships with site staff, including schools and facility managers.
- Take advantage of training and opportunities to develop skills and grow within the renewable energy sector.
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Core Behaviours
- Practical, reliable, and detail-oriented.
- Willing to continually learn and adapt.
- Team player who values collaboration and results.
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