Building Services Technician (Multiskilled and Electrical Bias)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious venue as a Building Services Technician, where you will play a crucial role in maintaining the iconic facilities. This position involves ensuring the functionality of mechanical and electrical systems, supporting over 100 events annually. You will work in a dynamic environment, addressing repairs, conducting maintenance, and promoting health and safety standards. If you are skilled in fault diagnosis and have a hands-on approach to building services, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a renowned establishment while enhancing your career in facilities management.

Qualifications

• Experience with electrical and mechanical building systems.
• Completed relevant courses or apprenticeships in the field.

Responsibilities

• Maintain electrical installations and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Diagnose faults and repair HVAC systems and plumbing.

Skills

Electrical Systems Maintenance

Mechanical Systems Maintenance

HVAC Systems

Fault Diagnosis

Health and Safety Compliance

Customer Service

Education

Apprenticeship in Electrical/Mechanical Systems

City and Guilds Certification

NVQ Level 2

Tools

BMS (Building Management System)

Portable Appliance Testing Equipment

Word, Excel, Outlook

Job description

Below is a refined version of the job description with improved formatting and removal of duplicate content:

Building Services Technician (Multiskilled and Electrical Bias), London

Client: Beeby Anderson Recruitment

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 652122aa5ea0

Job Views: 4

Posted: 29.04.2025

Expiry Date: 13.06.2025

Job Description

The Role:

Working in one of the most iconic and magical Grade 1 listed buildings in the country, which hosts 390 events a year in its main auditorium and 800 in other spaces. The role involves providing M&E skills within the Building Services team to maintain the fabric and facilities of the building, supporting the staging of over 100 events, and ensuring all services function correctly through monitoring, maintenance, and small projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain mechanical and electrical plant and services, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Ensure domestic services are in good working order and repairs are undertaken.
• Maintain electrical installations and plant in accordance with regulations.
• Maintain life safety systems such as PA, fire alarm, and emergency lighting, and respond to repairs.
• Be familiar with the 17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations and site guides.
• Diagnose faults and repair electrical equipment.
• Undertake portable appliance testing as needed.
• Maintain HVAC systems including chillers and air handling units.
• Carry out pipework installations and repairs, ensuring compliance.
• Monitor building systems like BMS and address issues promptly.
• Attend to plumbing requirements and basic lift maintenance.
• Respond to emergencies and assist with building services.
• Keep equipment stores organized, maintain stock levels, and place purchase orders.
• Perform planned preventive maintenance on mechanical and heating systems.
• Follow sustainability policies and promote health and safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Person Specification:

• Completed an apprenticeship or relevant courses (e.g., City and Guilds, NVQ Level 2).
• Experience with electrical and mechanical building systems, including pumps, HVAC, and gas systems.
• Experience working in a large public entertainment venue and responding to alarms and helpdesk requests.
• Hold a CSCS card.
• Ability to fault-find and rectify electrical issues under tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook; capable of completing duty logs.
• Knowledge of energy management and environmental controls.
• Flexible, team-oriented, good communicator, and calm under pressure.
• Hands-on approach and diligent in health and safety procedures.

Apply now to join this prestigious venue and contribute to its outstanding facilities management.