JEBS Engineering Assistant

Application Deadline: 30 November 2026

Department: JEBS

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Jersey, Channel Islands

Reporting To: Ian Whyte

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Assist engineers working in heating and electrical fields with installations, maintenance, servicing and repair works.
• Prepare devices, apparatus and materials required for planned works.
• Provide support to engineers involved in the installation and replacement of heating and electrical equipment and associated components.
• Help ensure work areas are prepared appropriately before work begins and left clean, safe and tidy following completion.
• Support engineers on site visits and customer appointments.

• Assist with a range of domestic and commercial heating and electrical work.
• Support heating engineers with the installation, servicing and maintenance of heating systems, including electric heating solutions and associated equipment.
• Support electrical engineers with installation, maintenance and remedial works.
• Assist in the secure removal and replacement of equipment and materials.
• Develop knowledge of JEBS heating and electrical systems, equipment and working practices.
• JEBS Heating Engineers currently undertake activities including installing and commissioning heating systems, routine maintenance, servicing, diagnosing faults and supporting customers with energy efficient heating solutions.

• Provide a professional, well-mannered and helpful service when visiting customers’ residences or premises.
• Treat customer properties with care and respect.
• Support engineers in keeping customers advised while work is being carried out.
• Represent JEBS positively and expertly when working on site.

• Follow all relevant health and safety procedures, safe systems of work and instructions.
• Use tools, equipment and personal protective equipment correctly and responsibly.
• Identify and raise potential hazards, risks or concerns with the supervising engineer.
• Work to JEBS quality standards and support the delivery of safe, tidy and high-quality workmanship.

• Take an active role in learning from qualified Heating and Electrical Engineers.
• Develop practical engineering skills and technical knowledge through on the job experience and relevant training.
• Build an understanding of heating and electrical systems and the safe methods for their installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Take responsibility for personal development and work towards increased technical capability and responsibility.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• A practical and hands on approach paired with enthusiasm for engineering, electrical or heating work.
• Good practical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and work safely under supervision.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work optimally as part of a team.
• Good organisation and time management skills.
• High standards of workmanship and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in customers’ homes and other operational environments.
• Willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.
• Basic knowledge or previous exposure to heating, plumbing, electrical, construction or building services would be beneficial but not essential.

• Previous experience in a practical, trade, engineering, construction or maintenance environment would be advantageous.
• An interest in developing a career within heating, electrical engineering or building services.
• Relevant vocational or technical qualifications are advantageous, but training and development could form part of the role.
• A driving licence is advantageous.

Job Benefits