BMS Apprentice Service Engineer - Cambridge Region

learnd

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

On-site

GBP 14,000 - 18,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Industry training and development

Enhanced sickness pay

Maternity/Paternity/Shared Parental/Ad

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Learnd in Cambridge is offering an Apprentice Service Engineer role to start a career in Building Management Systems (BMS). You’ll train under experienced engineers, develop practical skills on real buildings, and gain BCIA apprenticeship credentials.

No prior BMS experience required, just a solid electrical foundation and eagerness to learn. You’ll work on service and maintenance, learn about HVAC and control systems, and progress with industry-leading platforms.

Qualifications

Electrical qualification such as Level 2/3 NVQ, Diploma, T Level or equivalent.
Basic understanding of electrical principles and safe working practices.
Willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.
Full UK driving licence or commitment to obtaining one.
Good IT and computer skills.
Good communication and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

Work alongside experienced BMS Engineers on service and maintenance visits.
Learn how to inspect, fault-find and repair BMS control systems.
Assist with planned maintenance activities across commercial buildings.
Gain experience working with industry-leading systems such as Trend, Tridium and other major manufacturers.
Learn about heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
Develop your understanding of electrical controls, sensors, networks and software.
Help improve energy efficiency and building performance.
Build practical skills through hands-on learning and real project experience.
Travel to a variety of customer sites and learn how professional engineers support clients.

Skills

Electrical fundamentals

IT/computer skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Driving licence

Education

Level 2/3 electrical qualification or equivalent

Tools

Trend

Tridium

Job description

Location: Cambridge Region

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Position:

Start Your Career in Building Management Systems (BMS)

Have you recently completed an Electrical course, apprenticeship, T Level, NVQ, college qualification or similar training?

Are you looking for a practical engineering career where you can continue learning whilst working on real buildings and cutting-edge technology?

Learnd is looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Service Engineer to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to begin a career in Building Management Systems (BMS), working alongside experienced engineers who will support your development every step of the way.

You do not need previous BMS experience. We are looking for someone with a good electrical foundation, a positive attitude and a desire to learn.

As part of the UK's largest independent BMS company, you will receive structured training, professional mentoring and hands-on experience to help you develop into a skilled BMS Service Engineer.

What is a Building Management System?

Building Management Systems (BMS) are the technology used to control and monitor heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting and other critical building services.

BMS engineers help buildings operate safely, efficiently and sustainably by using a combination of electrical and mechanical systems, control technology and computer software.

As a BMS Apprentice, you will undertake a BCIA apprenticeship to learn how these systems work and develop valuable technical skills that are in high demand across the construction and engineering industries.

What You'll Be Doing

As part of your development programme, you will:

Work alongside experienced BMS Engineers on service and maintenance visits.
Learn how to inspect, fault-find and repair BMS control systems.
Assist with planned maintenance activities across commercial buildings.
Gain experience working with industry-leading systems such as Trend, Tridium and other major manufacturers.
Learn about heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
Develop your understanding of electrical controls, sensors, networks and software.
Help improve energy efficiency and building performance.
Build practical skills through hands-on learning and real project experience.
Travel to a variety of customer sites and learn how professional engineers support clients.

What We're Looking For

This role would suit someone who has recently completed electrical training and is looking for their first career opportunity within engineering.

We would like to hear from you if you have:

An electrical qualification such as a Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ, Diploma, T Level, City & Guilds or equivalent.
Basic understanding of electrical principles and safe working practices.
Good IT and computer skills.
An interest in technology, engineering and problem-solving.
A willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.
Good communication skills and a professional approach.
The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
A full UK driving licence or a commitment to obtaining one.

Most importantly, we are looking for someone who is motivated, reliable and eager to build a long-term career within the BMS industry.

Training & Career Development

At Learnd, we invest heavily in our people, we are committed to developing the next generation of engineers.

You will benefit from: