Building Services Engineer

Mecsia Group; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building services company is seeking a qualified general building services engineer to perform PPM and reactive maintenance across commercial sites in London and the Southeast. The role requires a valid driving licence, knowledge of M&E services, and strong communication and organisational skills. Competitive salary with additional company benefits, including a van and fuel card.

Benefits

Company Van + Fuel Card

Company Events

Wellbeing Benefits – 24 hours turnaround GP appointment

25 days holiday (not including bank holidays)

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HVAC plant, including A/C, boilers, and ventilation.
• Understanding of Legionella and Health & Safety regulations.
• Valid driving licence is essential for this van mobile position.

Responsibilities

• Undertake planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs.
• Communicate regularly with clients and suppliers.
• Organise work efficiently and contribute to team success.
• Maintain log books and documents for task completion.

Skills

Knowledge of M&E building services

Good communication skills

Time management skills

Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook

Organisational skills

Self-motivated

Ability to work independently

Education

City & Guilds in Mechanical engineering or equivalent

Time served mechanical/maintenance engineer (apprenticeship)

Water Bylaws certification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel/Outlook)

Job description

This is a position for a qualified, multiskilled, general building services engineer who can carry out PPMs and reactive maintenance on commercial sites across London and the southeast of England.

Location: London and Southeast England

Salary: Competitive (Depending on experience)

Hours: 41.25 per week and opportunity to work overtime.

Company Benefits

• Company Van + Fuel Card
• Company Events
• Wellbeing Benefits – 24 hours turnaround GP appointment for the whole family
• 25 days holiday (not including bank holidays)

Responsibilities

• To undertake planned preventative maintenance, servicing and repair works across various contracts.
• To regularly and effectively communicate with clients, suppliers and sub-contractors in order to maintain and develop excellent relationships and ensure smooth operation of the business.
• Liaising with internal Acorn helpdesk and administration teams to create a collaborative and successful support function.
• Attend to call outs during normal working hours and in addition will be part of the out-of-hours emergency call out rota.
• The individual will be expected to organise their work and time efficiently and to work supportively within a team.
• Punctual site attendance, well-presented and wearing relevant PPE and clothing.
• Completing and submitting clear, concise and accurate reporting for works carried out and any further work required.
• To be in regular communications with the Contracts Managers on the relevant job progressions.
• Giving necessary updates to clients as and when required.
• Reviewing and maintaining all log books or relevant documents for completion of a particular task.
• Giving necessary updates to clients as and when required.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of M&E building services.
• Knowledge of HVAC plant i.e. A/C, boilers, controls, heating and cooling systems, ventilation.
• Understanding of Legionella.
• Understanding of overall Health & Safety.

Personal Qualities/Skills

• Valid driving licence – Essential as this is a Van Mobile position
• Good communication and time management skills.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated.
• The ability to work on your own or as part of a team and make calculated assessments of breakdowns.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds in Mechanical engineering or equivalent qualification
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Outlook).
• Time served mechanical/maintenance engineer (apprenticeship).
• Water Bylaws – Essential

Desired but not essential

• G3 Vented/Unvented – Desired
• Water Regulations Course (WRAS) – Desired

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability.