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Junior Mechanical & Gas Services Trainee / Apprentice / EngineerHVAC & Building Services – High-End Luxury Residential
Location: West and North London & Home Counties
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Benefits: Funded day-release college training, professional development, pension and additional benefits.
About the Company
Our client is a highly regarded, privately owned specialist Facilities Management and Building Services provider, delivering exceptional engineering and maintenance solutions across some of the UK’s most prestigious private residences, luxury estates and high-profile properties.
With a reputation for technical excellence, quality workmanship and a highly personalised approach to service delivery, they are committed to developing engineering talent and investing in the next generation of skilled building services professionals.
They are now looking to recruit a motivated Junior Mechanical & Gas Services Engineer who is keen to develop a long-term career within mechanical engineering, HVAC and gas services.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for someone whose has started life in the Engineering/HVAC sector, who wants to gain more practical experience, complete their professional qualifications and develop into a fully qualified Mechanical & Gas Services Engineer.
Working alongside experienced engineers, you will gain hands-on exposure to a wide range of mechanical and building services systems within high-end residential properties and private estates.
The company is committed to supporting your development, including funding and providing day-release college attendance to help you achieve the relevant industry qualifications while gaining valuable practical experience in the workplace.
You will be supported throughout your training, with the opportunity to develop your technical knowledge, practical skills and confidence as you progress towards becoming a fully qualified engineer.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist experienced engineers with the maintenance, servicing and installation of mechanical and HVAC systems.
- Gain practical experience across heating systems, boilers, gas services, hot water systems, pumps, valves, pipework and associated mechanical plant.
- Support planned preventative maintenance, fault finding, repairs and reactive maintenance.
- Assist with mechanical installations, system upgrades and improvement works.
- Develop an understanding of HVAC, ventilation, heating and cooling systems.
- Learn to identify faults, diagnose problems and carry out repairs under appropriate supervision.
- Attend college on a day-release basis to complete relevant technical qualifications and industry training.
- Follow company procedures, health & safety requirements and safe working practices.
- Deliver professional service and workmanship when working within exclusive private residences and prestigious properties.
Candidate Profile – Skills & Experience
Essential:
- A genuine interest in pursuing a long-term career in Mechanical Engineering, Plumbing, Heating and Gas Services.
- Previous practical experience or training within plumbing, heating, mechanical engineering, HVAC or building services would be advantageous.
- Currently undertaking, or looking to commence, relevant mechanical, plumbing or gas engineering qualifications.
- Strong practical aptitude, willingness to learn and a hands-on approach.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of an experienced engineering team.
- Reliable, professional and well-presented, with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
- Part Qualified in heatting or Mechanical Engineering qualifications.
- Previous experience assisting qualified heating, plumbing or mechanical engineers.
- Some knowledge of boilers, heating systems, pipework, pumps or HVAC equipment.
- Existing gas training or qualifications, with an ambition to progress towards recognised gas industry competence.
Training & Career Development
The business is committed to investing in the successful candidate’s long-term development.
- Funded day-release college attendance to support the completion of relevant qualifications.
- Practical, hands-on training alongside experienced mechanical and gas services engineers.
- Exposure to a diverse range of mechanical, HVAC, heating and building services systems.
- Support towards achieving relevant industry qualifications and gas engineering competencies.
- A genuine opportunity to progress into a fully qualified Mechanical & Gas Services Engineer role.
The Opportunity
This is much more than an entry-level engineering position. It offers the opportunity to join an established specialist business, learn from experienced professionals and develop a long-term career within a highly skilled engineering environment.
For the right individual, the company will provide the training, practical experience and support needed to develop into a competent and fully qualified Mechanical & Gas Services Engineer, working across an exclusive portfolio of prestigious properties. Mark Evans