Building Services Engineer (static)

Lancer Scott Ltd.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Overtime paid 1.5x evenings / 2x onSat

Phone & tablet for business

Training & qualifications funding

Job summary

Lancer Scott Ltd. is recruiting a Static Building Services Engineer for a premier commercial property in central Bristol. You will own maintenance tasks, run PPMs, respond to faults, and ensure high uptime of critical systems in a busy building.

You will oversee sub-contractors, liaise with tenants, and maintain compliance with health and safety standards while supporting energy efficiency initiatives. A permanent site assignment applies.

Qualifications

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671).
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working as a static or corporate mobile engineer.
• Problem solving mindset with ability to diagnose building control issues independently.
• Highly professional written and verbal skills for interacting with high-profile corporate tenants and facilities managers.
• Comfortable using smart tablets, CAFM workflow and modern building management systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute routine PPMs on mechanical, electrical and public health systems in accordance with SFG20 standards.
• Respond to reactive faults by investigating, troubleshooting, and repairing plant machinery.
• Maintain HVAC infrastructure including AHUs, FCUs, and pumps.
• Manage building fabric including minor plumbing leaks and electrical fixture swaps across tenant and communal spaces.
• Operate Building Management System (BMS) to optimise climate controls and energy usage.
• Maintain audit-ready records in CAFM system and site logbooks.
• Perform L8 Legionella flushing and temperature monitoring.
• Inspect fire safety setups including weekly fire alarm tests and emergency lighting.

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 / NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations

Mechanical Engineering / HVAC & Plumbing

Job description

Why work for us?

Established in 1998 Lancer Scott offers renowned high-quality construction projects and facilities management services. Based in the heart of Bristol we have enjoyed success and significant growth, particularly in the last four years with turnover increasing from £56 million in 2020 to a projected £125 million in 2025.

To ensure our business remains fully supported we are investing into our people strategy and infrastructure to give our employees the tools to perform to the best of their ability.

What will be my core responsibilities?

As our Static Building Services Engineer you will take full operational ownership of a premier commercial property in Central Bristol. In this site-based role, you will be permanently assigned to a single commercial building to execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM), respond to reactive breakdown calls, and oversee specialised sub-contractors. You will serve as the technical face of the facility, ensuring maximum uptime of critical infrastructure, high energy efficiency, and total compliance with health and safety regulations.

• Execute routine PPMs: Perform scheduled maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and public health systems in accordance with SFG20 standards.
• Respond to reactive faults: Investigate, troubleshoot, and repair plant machinery breakdown requests raised through the helpdesk.
• Maintain HVAC infrastructure: Monitor and service air handling units (AHUs), fan coil units (FCUs), pumps.
• Manage building fabric: Attend to minor plumbing leaks, electrical fixture swaps, and general fabric repairs across tenant and communal spaces.

• Operate BMS systems: Monitor the Building Management System (BMS) to optimize climate controls, analyse faults, and track energy usage.
• Site compliance: Maintain precise, audit-ready records within the digital CAFM system and physical statutory site logbooks.
• Water hygiene tasks: Conduct routine L8 Legionella flushing, temperature monitoring, and dosing checks.
• Inspect fire safety setups: Run weekly fire alarm tests, inspect emergency lighting systems, and verify clear escape routes.

• Supervise specialist vendors: Issue Permits to Work, review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), and escort external engineers on-site
• Liaise with tenants: act as the first point of contact for building occupants regarding comfort levels, queries and localised disruptions

What can I expect?

• Fully Expensed Company Van
• Overtime available, paid 1.5 x for evenings and 2 x for weekends after midday on a Saturday
• Mobile phone and tablet for business use.
• Funding for further training and qualifications

What skills and experience do I need to be successful in this role?

• City & Guilds Level 3 / NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations (e.g., 2365 / 2357) or Mechanical Engineering / HVAC & Plumbing.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671).
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working as a static or corporate mobile engineer.
• Problem solving mindset with an ability to diagnose building control issues independently.
• Highly professional written and verbal skills for interacting directly with high-profile corporate tenants and facilities managers.
• Comfortable using smart tablets, CAFM workflow and modern building management systems.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Building Communities at Lancer Scott

At Lancer Scott, we’re committed to giving back through hands-on support, funding, and partnerships that create lasting impact. We've helped deliver projects like East Street Mews, providing housing for young homeless people, and revitalised community spaces such as the East Looe Hub and a Scouts hut in Gloucestershire. Our partnership with Community of Purpose enables us to support initiatives like the Bristol Young Heroes Awards and the Break Free Programme, giving young people opportunities to thrive.

Join us at Lancer Scott, where your work helps strengthen communities.