Building Services Engineer – Multiple locations

Acorn; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van and fuel card

Wellbeing package (GP within 24 hours)

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Acorn is seeking a Building Services Engineer to perform planned preventative maintenance across client sites in the South East and London. The role offers a competitive salary up to £44,000 and 41.25 hours per week, with overtime and call-out payments.

You will work across multiple locations including West End, City of London, and various London boroughs, supported by a friendly team and strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Building Services or Maintenance Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPMs) across client sites.

Skills

Building services

HVAC

Maintenance

Communication

Health & safety

UK driving licence

Education

City & Guilds or equivalent

Job description

At Acorn, people are at the heart of everything we do. With over 40 years’ experience delivering market‑leading engineering and compliance services across London and the South East, we have built a reputation based on trust, technical excellence, and long‑term partnerships with our clients.

We are currently seeking a Building Services Engineer to join our team, carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPMs) across client sites in Hampshire and the surrounding counties.

Our Culture

Acorn promotes a professional, inclusive, and collaborative working environment where engineers are trusted and supported. You will be backed by a dedicated internal helpdesk, administration team, and experienced contract managers who understand the realities of working on site and are committed to helping you succeed.

We value clear communication, strong client relationships, and personal accountability. Teamwork is central to how we operate, with engineers working closely with internal teams to ensure work is completed efficiently, safely, and to a high standard.

Health and safety, presentation, and pride in workmanship are fundamental to everything we do, and we believe these values are key to both client satisfaction and employee wellbeing.

Locations

We are recruiting across multiple locations throughout the South East, including:

West End

City of London

West & North West London

South & South East London

Thames Valley North

Thames Valley South

Oxford, Midlands & National

Salary & Hours

Salary: Up to £44,000 depending on experience, plus overtime and call-out payments.
Hours: 41.25 hours per week - Monday to Friday

Company Benefits

Regular company events

Wellbeing package including access to a GP appointment within 24 hours for you and your family

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company van and fuel card provided

About the Opportunity

We are looking for skilled and motivated engineers to join our growing team across the South East. In return, we offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, ongoing support, and opportunities for career development within a well‑established and respected business.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a reliable and professional Building Services Engineer who takes pride in planned maintenance work and understands the importance of consistency, presentation, and client engagement.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

Proven experience working as a Building Services or Maintenance Engineer

A solid understanding of mechanical building services, including HVAC systems, heating, ventilation, and associated plant

The ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and plan workloads efficiently

Strong communication skills and a professional, customer‑focused approach

A good understanding of health and safety and site compliance

Relevant mechanical or building services qualifications (City & Guilds or equivalent preferred)

A full UK driving licence

We value attitude and reliability as much as technical skill, and we are keen to hear from engineers who want to build a long‑term future with a growing business.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability

Career Prospects at Acorn

Acorn is committed to developing its people for the long term.

Many of our engineers progress into senior engineering, specialist, or management roles as they grow within the business. We actively encourage skill development, increased responsibility, and career progression for individuals who show commitment, reliability, and a strong customer‑focused approach.

As our service offering and client base continue to grow, there are ongoing opportunities for overtime, role development, and exposure to a wide variety of technically interesting sites and systems.

Why Join Acorn?

A stable, well‑established company with over four decades of industry experience

A supportive, knowledgeable internal team that understands engineering roles

A strong focus on teamwork, professionalism, and safety

Genuine long‑term career progression opportunities

PPM‑led work across varied sites in the local and surrounding counties

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