Heat Network Administrator

HEAT NETWORK COORDINATOR

• Rendall & Rittner • £Competitive, • Hybrid • 12 Month FTC

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are looking for a Heat Network Coordinator to support the effective delivery, management and compliance of heat network services across our residential portfolio.

Working closely with the Heat Network Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring communal and district heating systems operate efficiently, safely and in line with current and emerging UK regulation.

This is an excellent opportunity to build specialist expertise in a growing and highly regulated area, while contributing to the organisation's readiness for future Ofgem-led compliance and unlocking commercial opportunities within heat networks.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

This is a varied and evolving role requiring strong organisation, attention to detail and the ability to work across operational, technical and regulatory areas.

You'll support day-to-day network performance, manage data and documentation, coordinate stakeholders and contribute to compliance readiness.

You'll need to be comfortable working with both technical and non-technical information, ensuring accuracy, consistency and clear communication at all times.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

You'll be successful in this role if:

• Heat network systems across the portfolio are well monitored, efficient and compliant
• Regulatory requirements are understood, tracked and proactively implemented
• Data, records and reporting are accurate, structured and reliable
• Contractors and stakeholders are effectively coordinated
• Clients and residents receive clear, timely and professional support

HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME

Most weeks, you'll be:

• Supporting the day-to-day management of communal and district heat networks
• Monitoring system performance, energy usage and efficiency
• Coordinating with clients, contractors and technical consultants
• Supporting metering, billing and data collection processes
• Maintaining records including asset registers, compliance and technical documentation
• Assisting with regulatory compliance and preparation for future Ofgem requirements
• Collecting and analysing performance data and supporting reporting
• Coordinating maintenance, upgrades and remedial works
• Supporting procurement and contractor management processes
• Assisting with resident and client queries, communications and complaints
• Supporting audits, inspections and regulatory reviews

You'll work from home, with occasional travel to residential developments visits as required, trusted to manage your time and priorities effectively.

WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR

This role suits someone who:

• Is highly organised with strong administrative capability
• Has an interest in energy, sustainability or building services
• Can interpret technical or regulatory information with confidence
• Enjoys working with data and improving performance
• Communicates clearly with a wide range of stakeholders
• Takes pride in accuracy, compliance and continuous improvement

EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS

• Experience in property management, utilities, energy or building services
• Understanding of communal or district heat networks
• Knowledge of UK heat network regulation (desirable)
• Experience managing data, compliance or technical records
• Experience working with contractors or service providers
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Qualifications (desirable):

• Degree or qualification in energy, engineering, building services, sustainability or property

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary, aligned to experience
• Discretionary bonus
• Home-based working with portfolio travel
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance, life assurance and enhanced family leave
• Fully funded training and professional development
• Paid sabbaticals as a loyalty reward
• Pension scheme and employee assistance programme
• Discounts across travel, retail, fitness and entertainment

ABOUT RENDALL & RITTNER

Rendall & Rittner is one of the UK's most established and highly accredited residential leasehold property management companies, managing over 90,000 homes nationwide. Founded in 1990 on the belief that property management should be more professional, transparent and customer-focused, those principles still drive how we operate today as a founding partner of Odevo.

We are people-led and technology-enabled, investing heavily in our teams, systems and continuous improvement. Our standards are recognised through Investors in People Platinum, regulation by RICS and the FCA, and multiple industry awards, including Property Manager of the Year and Managing Agent of the Year.

HOW WE HIRE

• Initial conversation with our talent team
• Interview focused on experience, judgement and approach

We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout.

INTERESTED?

Apply with your CV.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required.