Hands-On Building Services Engineer: HVAC & M&E Lead

BGIS UK & Europe; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

BGIS UK & Europe is seeking a Mechanical-bias Maintenance Engineer (plumber/plumbing preferred) in Central London. You will maintain M&E systems, monitor the Building Management System, and carry out planned and reactive maintenance to keep our offices running smoothly.

This hands-on role requires strong technical knowledge and the ability to work with colleagues, subcontractors, and client representatives.

Qualifications

• Formal training in mechanical systems (City & Guilds or NVQ equivalent).
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems and controls.
• Experience maintaining pumps, valves, piping and plumbing components.
• Ability to diagnose faults in mechanical plant including chillers, boilers and AHUs.
• Familiarity with BMS for monitoring environmental conditions.
• Good health and safety practices, permits to work and risk assessments.
• Excellent communication skills and IT proficiency for maintenance records.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage the BMS to maintain acceptable internal conditions.
• Lead investigations into environmental conditions, system failures, and faults.
• Carry out PPM and reactive maintenance on M&E plant and equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve faults with air conditioning, UPS, generators, and LV systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures, including permits to work.
• Maintain accurate records in the maintenance system and complete documentation.
• Supervise subcontractors and ensure work meets BGIS standards.
• Keep plant rooms secure, clean, and well-organised.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify areas for enhancement.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing components

BMS monitoring

Diagnostics & fault resolution

Health & safety practices

Record keeping

Communication skills

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ in mechanical systems

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Job description

BGIS UK & Europe is seeking a Mechanical-bias Maintenance Engineer (plumber/plumbing preferred) in Central London. You will maintain M&E systems, monitor the Building Management System, and carry out planned and reactive maintenance to keep our offices running smoothly.

This hands-on role requires strong technical knowledge and the ability to work with colleagues, subcontractors, and client representatives.