Building Services Engineer

Nexus Careers Group Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

OT opportunities

Training and progression

Long-term opportunities

Benefits package

Job summary

Nexus Careers Group Ltd is seeking a Building Services Engineer for the King's Cross estate in London. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance across a portfolio of commercial properties, with a focus on HVAC, electrical and building systems to keep operations running smoothly.

The role offers a permanent salary from £45,000+ per year, with an alternative temporary-to-permanent path at around £21 per hour rising to £46k+ on permanent appointment; hours are Monday–Friday, with overtime

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Building Services Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in commercial maintenance environments.
• PPM and reactive maintenance experience.
• Strong fault-finding abilities and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and customer-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned preventative maintenance activities across the estate.
• Carry out fault diagnosis and reactive repairs.
• Maintain mechanical and electrical building systems.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with statutory regulations and company procedures.
• Complete maintenance documentation and update CAFM systems.
• Escort and manage specialist contractors where necessary.
• Conduct regular inspections of plant and equipment.
• Support the delivery of minor works and improvement projects.
• Build strong relationships with tenants and estate stakeholders.

Skills

PPM maintenance

Reactive maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Electrical/Mechanical knowledge

Communication skills

Customer-focused

Education

Level 3 qualification in Electrical/Mechanical Building Services Engineering

Tools

CAFM systems

BMS controls

Job description

Building Services Engineer

Location: King's Cross, London

Salary: £45,000+ per annum (Permanent)
Alternative: Temporary to Permanent available at approximately £21.00+ per hour, transitioning to £46,000+ upon permanent employment.

Hours: Monday-Friday 08:00-17:00

About the Company

Our client is an international facilities management and property services organisation, supporting some of the UK's most complex and prestigious estates. They specialise in delivering technical engineering, maintenance and operational services within commercial, mixed-use and critical environments.

About the Estate

The King's Cross Estate is one of Europe's largest and most successful regeneration projects, comprising a vibrant mix of premium offices, retail spaces, public areas and leisure facilities. The estate features a diverse portfolio of modern and heritage buildings, requiring a highly skilled engineering team to maintain world-class standards across the development.

The Role

The business is seeking a Building Services Engineer to join its established team supporting the King's Cross Estate.

You will undertake planned and reactive maintenance across a portfolio of commercial properties, ensuring building systems remain fully operational and delivering an exceptional experience to occupiers and visitors. Both Mechanical and Electrical bias engineers are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver planned preventative maintenance activities across the estate.
• Carry out fault diagnosis and reactive repairs.
• Maintain mechanical and electrical building systems.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with statutory regulations and company procedures.
• Complete maintenance documentation and update CAFM systems.
• Escort and manage specialist contractors where necessary.
• Conduct regular inspections of plant and equipment.
• Support the delivery of minor works and improvement projects.
• Build strong relationships with tenants and estate stakeholders.

Systems and Equipment May Include

• HVAC systems
• Chillers and cooling systems
• AHUs and FCUs
• BMS controls
• Electrical distribution systems
• Pumps and motors
• Water treatment systems
• Emergency lighting
• General mechanical and electrical plant

Candidate Requirements

• Level 3 qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Building Services Engineering or equivalent.
• Previous experience within commercial maintenance environments.
• Experience carrying out PPM and reactive maintenance.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Customer-focused approach.
• Ability to work within a fast-paced commercial estate environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Training and career progression.
• Long-term opportunities within a growing organisation.
• Comprehensive company benefits package.