Shift HVAC Engineer

CBRE; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of integrated facilities management seeks a Shift HVAC Engineer in Coventry. The role requires performing electrical and mechanical maintenance, managing risks, and ensuring efficient operation of HVAC systems. Ideal candidates will have recognized qualifications and proven HVAC experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HVAC maintenance.
• Experience in completing Risk Assessments and Method Statements.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage risks to the client through on-site equipment.
• Fault find on all HVAC plant and equipment.
• Supervise and manage subcontractors.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Good multi-skilled abilities

Education

Recognized or Time Served Apprenticeship

Mechanical qualifications to a standard acceptable to City and Guilds

Tools

BMS system

HVAC Controls

Job description

Shift HVAC Engineer

Job ID: 220411

Posted: 14-May-2025

Service line: GWS Segment

Role type: Full-time

Areas of Interest: Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s): Coventry - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Company Profile

CBRE is the global leader in real estate services and leverages the industry's most powerful knowledge base to meet the commercial real estate needs of its clients worldwide. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm. Globally we employ over 100,000 employees and operate in 48 countries.

Job Title: Shift HVAC Engineer

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Shift HVAC Multi Skilled Engineer to join the team in Coventry.

The successful candidate will perform Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance to both Plant, Equipment, and Building Services.

Role Summary:

1. Identify and manage risks to the client through on-site equipment, including critical spares, performance improvement of plant and equipment, managing environment conditions via BMS, and running all plant and equipment efficiently. Improve and implement preventative maintenance programs.
2. Utilize new equipment and technologies to maintain a comfortable environment, liaising with the client regarding reactive and PPM tasks.
3. Fault find on all HVAC plant and equipment, with a focus on Variable Refrigerant Volume air conditioning systems. Must have qualifications in refrigerant handling and F-Gas regulations.
4. Support team members in health and safety matters.
5. Support the roles of Energy Champion and Safety Champion for the site.
6. Provide Electrical and Mechanical expertise to the maintenance team.
7. Write and follow Risk Assessments, addressing issues safely and accurately.
8. Complete documentation as required by rules and legislation.
9. Use mobile devices to project and complete work via the CAFM Maintenance System.
10. Plan daily work using email and calendars for efficiency.
11. Coordinate with onsite Supervisor and Account Manager on building services issues.
12. Serve as responsible person when necessary, deputizing for the site supervisor during leave or sickness.
13. Work overtime as required, including nights and weekends with short notice.
14. Perform ad hoc duties as needed.
15. Supervise and manage subcontractors.
16. Participate in an on-call rota for emergency call-outs outside normal hours.

Experience Required:

• A Recognized or Time Served Apprenticeship
• Proven experience in HVAC maintenance
• Mechanical qualifications to a standard acceptable to City and Guilds
• Good multi-skilled abilities
• Fault-finding skills
• Ability to supervise contractors
• Experience in completing Risk Assessments and Method Statements
• Understanding and ability to write Permits and safe systems of work
• F-Gas safe handling and refrigerant use

Desirable Qualifications:

• Working at Height Qualification
• IPAF / PASMA
• AP Qualifications
• BMS system experience
• HVAC Controls