Apprentice BMS Engineer

Johnson Controls; Bowers Gifford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is offering an apprenticeship focused on building management systems. Candidates must have GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade 5 (C) or above, alongside a Full UK Manual driving licence. The role involves driving to various sites, learning about advanced HVAC solutions, and receiving mentorship to become a qualified engineer. Additional perks include a starting salary of £17,685 and benefits like holidays and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Starting salary of £17,685

Company van and uniform

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension match scheme and overtime pay

Qualifications

• Must have a Full UK Manual driving licence, no automatic licences accepted.
• Comfortable working at heights and in all weather conditions.
• Good physical health is necessary for the labour-intensive aspects of the job.

Responsibilities

• Drive to various customer sites in a company van.
• Learn to design and execute building management control solutions.
• Work with mentors to become a qualified engineer.

Skills

Driving

Communication

Team spirit

Technology and engineering love

Education

GCSEs in English & Maths - Grade 5 (C) or above

IT knowledge

Job description

London, Essex, Watford, Milton Keynes, Brighton

To get on this prestigious apprenticeship programme we require 5’s or C’s in your GCSE English and Maths. Please include your certificates in your application alongside your UK Manual Driving licence.

Ready to build and take control of your future?

Join Johnson Controls and dive into the world of building management system technology! We’re talking all the complex software and hardware that controls the electrical and mechanical systems within a building. Think thermostats but on a far more complex scale. These systems control lighting, security, fire safety, HVAC and can help reduce carbon emissions and increase operational efficiency. You’ll be working on big projects including hospitals and government buildings.

What You’ll Be Up To:

• Drive around in your own company van—You must be a confident driver
• You will learn how to design, commission, and execute advanced building management control solutions, specifically for Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning systems (HVAC)
• Learn from pros on how to plan and manage projects and become a qualified engineer
• Visit a wide variety of customer’s sites and businesses—no two days are the same!

Where You’ll Train:

• United Colleges Group
• Level 3 Building Services Engineering, progressing into Level 4
• Mix of college learning and hands‑on mentoring

What You’ll Need:

• ✅ GCSEs in English & Maths—Grade 5 (C) or above; IT would also be great.
• ✅ Full UK Manual driving licence. We don’t accept automatic licences.
• ✅ Comfortable working at heights and in all weather conditions.
• ✅ Good physical health, the job can be labour intensive at times.
• ✅ Happy to travel, work away and stay over in hotels when needed.
• ✅ Good vibes: team spirit, hardworking, communication skills, and a love for technology and engineering.

Perks & Pay:

• £17,685 starting salary
• Company van + uniform + gear
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension match scheme, overtime pay

Next Steps:

• Send your CV, driving licence, English and Maths certificates – Grade 5 or C’s
• If your application stands out, you will have a chat with our Talent Acquisition team
• Smash the screening call and you will be invited to attend an assessment centre
• Start your journey in late summer 2026!

Deadline to apply:

Sunday 25th January 2026