Apprentice Building Services Maintenance Engineer

Sodexo Group; Chatham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in quality of life services is seeking an Apprentice Building Services Maintenance Engineer in Chatham. This apprenticeship offers the chance to gain hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance while studying towards a Level 3 qualification. You'll provide support across campus facilities, work alongside experienced engineers, and engage fully in your apprenticeship program. If you're excited about starting a career in engineering, apply today for this rewarding opportunity.

Benefits

Salary of £13.85 per hour

Great Sodexo Benefits

Qualifications

• An interest in mechanical engineering or practical/technical work is desirable.
• Awareness of health & safety expectations in the workplace.
• No previous mechanical experience required—full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across campus facilities.
• Learn to diagnose faults and carry out basic repairs.
• Assist in statutory compliance checks, including water safety and pressure systems.
• Keep accurate maintenance records to support compliance and apprenticeship progress.

Skills

Organised and able to manage both study and practical tasks

Positive, proactive and eager to develop new skills

Strong communicator and team player

Detail-focused with the ability to follow technical instructions

Safety-conscious and calm under pressure

Practical, hands-on mindset

Reliable, enthusiastic and committed to building an engineering career

Education

GCSE Maths at grade 4/C or above

GCSE English at grade 4/C or above

Commitment to completing a Level 3 FM Apprenticeship

Tools

Basic IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Apprentice Building Services Maintenance Engineer

Job Introduction

Apprentice Building Services Maintenance Engineer

• University of Greenwich, Medway Campus, Central Avenue, Chatham Maritime, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TB
• Apprenticeship – Full Time
  Qualification: Level 3 Building services engineering service and maintenance engineer

Start your engineering career with a global leader in quality of life services

At Sodexo, we believe in nurturing talent, supporting development, and helping people build meaningful, long‑term careers. We are proud to partner with the University of Greenwich to deliver safe, compliant and efficient facilities services, and we’re looking for a motivated Apprentice Building Services Maintenance Engineer to join our engineering team.

If you’re practical, curious, and excited about learning how mechanical systems work in a real‑world environment, this is the perfect opportunity to begin your engineering journey.

As an Apprentice Building Services Maintenance Engineer , you’ll work alongside our experienced engineers to learn how we maintain, repair, and improve the mechanical systems that keep university buildings running safely and efficiently.

What You’ll Do

• Support planned and reactive mechanical maintenance (PPM and repairs) across campus facilities
• Learn to diagnose faults, carry out basic repairs, and use mechanical tools and equipment safely
• Assist in statutory compliance checks, including water safety, pressure systems, LOLER and other regulatory requirements
• Gain experience with HVAC systems, plumbing, plant rooms and technical equipment
• Help respond to work orders, maintenance requests and service queries
• Participate in audits, inspections and risk assessments
• Keep accurate maintenance records to support compliance and apprenticeship progress
• Engage fully with your apprenticeship programme, completing assignments, training and assessments
• Develop strong communication and teamwork skills while working with colleagues, contractors and clients

For a list of responsibilities please view the attached job description

What we’re looking for

We’re not expecting you to be an expert, that’s what the apprenticeship is for. What matters most is your attitude, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn.

Skills & Attributes

• Organised and able to manage both study and practical tasks
• Positive, proactive and eager to develop new skills
• Strong communicator and team player
• Detail-focused with the ability to follow technical instructions
• Safety-conscious and calm under pressure
• Practical, hands‑on mindset
• Reliable, enthusiastic and committed to building an engineering career

Knowledge & Experience

• An interest in mechanical engineering or practical/technical work (desirable)
• Awareness of health & safety expectations in the workplace
• Basic IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• No previous mechanical experience required—full training provided

Qualifications

• GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English at grade 4/C or above – essential
• Commitment to completing a Level 3 FM Apprenticeship – essential

What you’ll achieve

• A nationally recognised Level 3 qualification in Building services engineering service and maintenance engineer
• Hands‑on experience across HVAC, plumbing, plant and mechanical systems
• A strong understanding of safety, compliance and engineering best practice
• The confidence to diagnose, repair and support mechanical maintenance independently
• A solid foundation for a successful future career in engineering or facilities management

This is more than an apprenticeship; it’s a pathway into a long‑term career with Sodexo, where development and progression are built into everything we do.

Ready to build your future with us?

Apply today and take your first step towards a rewarding career with Sodexo.

Eligibility for Apprenticeship

• You should have resided in the UK for the past 3 years or possess "settled status."
• You must not have acquired similar prior learning.
• Have Maths and English qualifications at GCSE level 4/C or equal.
• Apprenticeships are for all ages, so whether you’ve just left education, returning from a career break or looking for a new direction this could be the perfect opportunity!

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On‑Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Salary £13.85 per hour plus great Sodexo Benefits