HVAC / Building Services Engineer

Smart Search Technical Ltd; North Hertfordshire; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering services company is seeking an experienced HVAC / Building Services Engineer in Hertfordshire. This role involves the maintenance, service and repair of HVAC systems across various commercial sites. Applicants should possess NVQ qualifications in a relevant field, exemplary fault-finding skills, and a full UK driving licence. The company offers a competitive salary of £45,000, along with benefits such as a company van, overtime opportunities, and 28 days of holiday including bank holidays.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card

Overtime opportunities

28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HVAC, mechanical, or building services engineering.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM and reactive maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Service and maintain air handling and fan coil units.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical plant heating systems.

Skills

Fault-finding and diagnostic skills

Time management

Customer service

Education

NVQ / City & Guilds Level 2 or 3 in Mechanical Engineering, Air Conditioning, or Plumbing & Heating

F-Gas certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Title: HVAC / Building Services Engineer

Location: Hertfordshire, North London & surrounding areas (occasional travel to Essex and Ipswich)

Salary: £45,000 per annum + benefits

Overview

We are seeking an experienced HVAC / Building Services Engineer to join a well‑established engineering services company. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance, service, and repair of HVAC and mechanical systems across a variety of commercial sites.

Hours

8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday (many clients are not on site for access at 7am).

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM, reactive maintenance, and fault‑finding on HVAC and building services systems.
• Service and maintain air handling units, fan coil units, split systems, and associated controls.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical plant, heating, and ventilation systems.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in compliance with relevant health & safety regulations.
• Complete service reports and maintain accurate documentation.
• Communicate effectively with clients and provide excellent customer service.

Requirements

• Proven experience in HVAC, mechanical, or building services engineering.
• NVQ / City & Guilds Level 2 or 3 in Mechanical Engineering, Air Conditioning, or Plumbing & Heating.
• F‑Gas certification (preferred).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to work independently.

Benefits

• £45,000 annual salary
• Company van and fuel card
• Overtime opportunities
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

Smart Search Technical is a specialist recruitment company operating in technical engineering sectors across the UK & beyond. Founded in 2024, our mission is to simplify the recruitment process for both job seekers and employers, leveraging our extensive knowledge, connections and experience.

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