Building Service Engineer

FirstPort; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions

Life assurance

Discounts on extra benefits

Job summary

FirstPort is seeking a Building Service Engineer to join our team. Based in London with travel to other sites, this role focuses on energy compliance, Heat Networks, and the Energy Act implications for high‑risk residential buildings.

You will bring strong mechanical and electrical engineering expertise, clear communication with stakeholders, and a collaborative approach to ensure safety, reliability and continuous improvement across UK properties.

Qualifications

• HNC or HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of building M&E systems and operations.
• Experience in property management, facilities management or related environment.
• Ability to translate technical issues for non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead review and implementation of Energy Act requirements for Heat Network assets.
• Provide technical oversight of plant condition, metering, performance, and compliance.
• Support HNTAS Milestone 2 documentation for existing properties.
• Perform M&E evaluations of building assets in high-risk residential settings.
• Develop recommendations to improve safety, resilience and compliance.
• Collaborate with property managers, safety teams and consultants on works.

Skills

M&E systems knowledge

Communication skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Heat networks knowledge

District heating systems

Energy compliance regulations

Building safety legislation

Asset lifecycle planning

Education

HNC or HND qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Location: London (with occasional travel to other sites as/when required)

Salary: Competitive Salary plus benefits

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm (35 hours per week)

Why FirstPort?

FirstPort, are on an ambitious journey to redefine excellence in UK residential property management. We are committed to elevating and resetting industry standards to be themost trusted and professional residential property management company.

By joining us as aBuilding Services Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in achieving our vision:

• Impactful Work: You will directly support FirstPort’s mission to elevate industry standards and provide an exceptional service to our customers.
• Professional Growth: With access to accredited training and development programmes, you will be empowered to reach your potential.
• Supportive Environment: We foster a culture where collaboration and innovation thrive, ensuring you feel valued and supported every step of the way.
• A Future of Opportunity: Be part of a forward-thinking organisation that is shaping the future of residential property management in the UK.

At the core of everything we do are our leadership principles:

• Collaborative: We work together, combining expertise to deliver outstanding outcomes for our customers
• Consistent: We deliver dependable results, building trust with customers and colleagues.
• Simple: We simplify the complex, ensuring our financial processes are straightforward and understood.
• Clear: We communicate with clarity, making information accessible and transparent to all stakeholders.

Your Role, Your Impact

As aBuilding Service Engineer,you willjoin our team at a leading property managing agent. This role will play a pivotal part in supporting our strategic and operational response to theEnergy Act implicationsfor assets connected toHeat Networks, before broadening focus to the wider portfolio ofhigh‑risk residential buildings.

The successful candidate will bring strong mechanical and electrical (M&E) engineering expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders to ensure compliance, operational efficiency, and robust supplier engagement.

This role provides oversight aligned with theHeat Network Technical Assurance Scheme (HNTAS) – Milestone 2requirements for existing buildings.

This role reports to theTechnical Manager – Energyand is part of a central technical team supporting operational excellence across the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the review, assessment, and implementation of requirements arising from theEnergy Act as they relate to Heat Network assets.
• Provide technical oversight of plant condition, metering, performance, and compliance obligations.
• Support the documentation, reporting, and assurance activities required to meetHNTAS Milestone 2for existing properties.
• Undertake M&E‑focused evaluations of key building assets within high‑risk residential settings.
• Develop recommendations to improve safety, resilience, and compliance across building services.
• Work with property managers, building safety teams, and specialist consultants to prioritise remedial or improvement works.

Technical Support & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a subject matter expert for M&E systems across the asset portfolio.
• Provide clear, accessible technical advice to non‑technical colleagues, residents, and suppliers.
• Coordinate with external contractors to ensure service quality, performance, and contractual compliance.

Operational Oversight & Continuous Improvement

• Support the development of asset improvement plans, maintenance strategies, and operational standards.
• Contribute to internal processes that enhance building performance, energy efficiency, and resident experience.
• Ensure accurate record keeping, documentation, and reporting across all assigned assets.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• HNC or HND qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of building M&E systems and their operational requirements.
• Experience working within property management, facilities management, building services, or a related environment.
• Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to translate technical issues for non‑technical audiences.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, external consultants, and suppliers.
• Experience withheat networks,district heating systems, orenergy compliance regulations.
• Working knowledge of high‑risk residential building environments, including building safety legislation.
• Understanding of asset lifecycle planning and building services risk management.

What’s in it for you?

Our customers deserve the best and the same applies to our people. We will provide you with the technology, training and support that you need to do your job well. We offer competitive salaries and a range of benefit packages depending on the grade of your role, such as private medical insurance, pension contributions and life assurance. In addition, we also offer a range of exclusive discounts on extra benefits to help you, and your family make the most of your money, safeguard your future and look after your health, including discounted gym membership for all colleagues.

Diversity

We’re committed to promoting diversity at FirstPort and recruit on merit. We will ensure we make any adjustments that we can to support both through the recruitment and on-boarding process.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions, and documented evidence of eligibility will be required.

Join us at FirstPort, where we not only manage properties but strive to lead and transform the industry. Together, we can make a difference – for our customers, our colleagues, and the future of residential property management in the UK.

Elevate your career. Reset the standard. Join FirstPort.

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