Building Services Engineer

BGIS UK & Europe; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BGIS UK & Europe is seeking a Building Services Engineer (Electrical or Mechanical) based in King's Cross, London. The role involves maintaining critical building systems, performing PPM tasks, and managing reactive works for M&E systems.

You will ensure compliance with health and safety procedures, supervise subcontractors, and maintain environmental conditions. BGIS values diversity and promotes inclusive hiring practices, making this an exciting opportunity for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Relevant knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experienced in PPM tasks and reactive maintenance.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure routine PPM is carried out on M&E plant.
• Manage subcontractor performance and safety.
• Operate Permit to Work System according to safety procedures.

Skills

Air conditioning

Fault finding

UPS systems

Generators

LV systems

Tools

BMS System

Computer Based Maintenance system

Job description

Building Services Engineer (Electrical or Mechanical)

Location: King's Cross, London

To ensure all environmental conditions are maintained at all times with regard to critical building systems. To carry out PPM tasks and reactive and breakdown works to all M&E systems within the site. Engineers must be able to demonstrate relevant knowledge of Air conditioning, UPS, Generators, LV systems, which will include the ability to fault find using the production of graphical information and the utilisation of current alarm data.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that routine PPM is carried out to all mechanical & Electrical plant in accordance with Site task schedules and asset lists.
• Ensure that reactive tasks throughout the building are completed and be proactive in highlighting areas where improvements can be made. These reactive calls to also include concessionary stores and fabric related items.
• Ensure that sub-contractors perform to meet the requirement of the contract. Administer sub‑contractor work approvals and safe operation while repair or service is carried out on site.
• To operate a Permit to Work System in accordance with BGIS Quality, Health & Safety procedures and client requirements.
• Ensure that plant faults and defects are swiftly remedied to maintain plant in serviceable order at all times.
• Ensure that suitable spares are available to carry out both maintenance and reactive works. To provide parts lists and estimated timescales to carry out remedial works.
• Ensure that all relevant paperwork is completed regarding reactive and breakdown works and that it is passed without delay to the contract administrator.
• Ensure that Method Statements and Risk Assessments are prepared and used for all tasks undertaken to ensure safe working practices at all times.
• To develop a good working relationship with all members of BGIS staff, subcontractors and the client representatives.
• Ensure the provision of a Safe and Healthy working environment. To include the wearing of uniform and PPE at all times.
• Ensure the professional image of BGIS is presented to clients at all times.
• Ensure that all plant rooms under the responsibility of BGIS are locked at all times and are kept in a clean and tidy condition.
• Supervising and monitoring of sub‑contractors works whilst they are on site undertaking maintenance.
• Ensure assigned tasks are actioned and completed as appropriate.
• To ensure tasks as directed are completed with the appropriate H&S awareness/implementation.
• Ensure an awareness and compliance to the contractual KPI’s/SLA’s.
• Ensure Computer Based Maintenance system, e.g. Maximo, is kept up to date and that PPM and reactive tickets are closed out with accurate data captured.
• To operate a Permit to Work System in accordance with BGIS Quality, Health & Safety procedures and client requirements (or approved client system).
• Any other task as directed by the Site management team.
• Ensure the engineering team on site produce required near miss reports, dynamic risk assessments and detailed records of site activities, and ensuring any non‑compliance is challenged and escalated where necessary.
• To proactively check the operation of the LOTO system in accordance with BGIS Quality, Health & Safety procedures and client requirements.
• Overview the buildings environmental conditions using the BMS System and utilise same to maintain acceptable internal conditions.

At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric of our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier‑free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organisational success! #BGISUK