Building Services Engineer

Mecsia; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified general building services engineer to handle preventative maintenance and reactive tasks across commercial sites in London and the Southeast. This role offers the chance to work with a dynamic team, ensuring high standards of service and client satisfaction. With a focus on HVAC systems and M&E services, the position requires excellent communication skills and a valid driving license for mobility. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a company van, wellbeing initiatives, and generous holiday allowances. If you're self-motivated and ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Company Van + Fuel Card

Company Events

Wellbeing Benefits – 24 hours turnaround GP appointment

25 days holiday (not including bank holidays)

Qualifications

• Knowledge of M&E building services and HVAC systems is essential.
• Valid driving license required for this mobile position.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance and repairs on commercial sites.
• Communicate effectively with clients and subcontractors to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

M&E building services knowledge

HVAC systems knowledge

Legionella understanding

Health & Safety understanding

Communication skills

Time management skills

Self-motivated

Education

City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering

Time served mechanical/maintenance engineer

Water Bylaws certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

This is a position for a qualified, multiskilled, general building services engineer who can carry out PPM’s and reactive maintenance on commercial sites across London and the southeast of England.

Location: London and Southeast England

Salary: Competitive (Depending on experience)

Hours: 41.25 per week and opportunity to work overtime.

Company Benefits:

• Company Van + Fuel Card
• Company Events
• Wellbeing Benefits – 24 hours turnaround GP appointment for the whole family
• 25 days holiday (not including bank holidays)

Responsibilities:

• To undertake planned preventative maintenance, servicing and repair works across various contracts.
• To regularly and effectively communicate with clients, suppliers and sub-contractors in order to maintain and develop excellent relationships and ensure smooth operation of the business.
• Liaising with internal Acorn helpdesk and administration teams to create a collaborative and successful support function.
• Attend to call outs during normal working hours and in addition will be part of the out-of-hours emergency call out rota.
• The individual will be expected to organise their work and time efficiently and to work supportively within a team.
• Punctual site attendance, well-presented and wearing relevant PPE and clothing.
• Completing and submitting clear, concise and accurate reporting for works carried out and any further work required.
• To be in regular communications with the Contracts Managers on the relevant job progressions.
• Giving necessary updates to clients as and when required.
• Reviewing and maintaining all log books or relevant documents for completion of a particular task.

Qualifications & Skills Required:

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of M&E building services.
• Knowledge of HVAC plant i.e. A/C, boilers, controls, heating and cooling systems, ventilation.
• Understanding of Legionella.
• Understanding of overall Health & Safety.

Personal Qualities/Skills:

• Valid driving licence – (Essential as this is a Van Mobile position)
• Good communication and time management skills.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated.
• The ability to work on your own or as part of a team and make calculated assessments of breakdowns.

Qualifications:

• City & Guilds in Mechanical engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Outlook).
• Time served mechanical/maintenance engineer (apprenticeship).
• Water Bylaws – Essential.

Desired but not essential:

• G3 Vented/Unvented – Desired.
• Water Regulations Course (WRAS) – Desired.