Location
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
17/10/2025
Closing date
17/11/2025
HVAC Maintenance Engineer / Building Services Engineer
An excellent opportunity for an experienced HVAC Maintenance Engineer / Building Services Engineer to join a leading research and innovation organisation, supporting the operation and maintenance of advanced mechanical and building services systems across a large scientific campus.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Facilities Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Service Engineer, Heating and Ventilation Engineer, Maintenance Technician, Building Services Technician, HVAC Technician
SALARY: £38,000 to £43,000 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 37.5 Hours per Week
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an HVAC Maintenance Engineer / Building Services Engineer with strong technical knowledge of HVAC and building services systems.
As a HVAC Maintenance Engineer / Building Services Engineer you will carry out planned and reactive maintenance, diagnostics, and commissioning across a wide range of HVAC plant and systems, ensuring optimal performance and energy efficiency.
The HVAC Maintenance Engineer / Building Services Engineer will work across a varied and engaging environment supporting laboratories, offices, and research facilities, helping to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient building operations.
This is a great role for a motivated and detail-focused professional who enjoys problem-solving and working as part of a supportive engineering team.
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DUTIES
Your duties as the HVAC Maintenance Engineer / Building Services Engineer include:
• Carry Out Maintenance: Deliver planned preventative, reactive, and condition-based maintenance across HVAC and building services systems
• Investigate Faults: Diagnose and resolve technical issues on air handling units, chillers, boilers, and ventilation systems
• Optimise Systems: Analyse BMS data and implement energy efficiency improvements
• Test and Commission: Commission and re-commission plant and equipment to operational standards
• Maintain Records: Record maintenance activities and results in the CAFM system
• Supervise Contractors: Coordinate small works and oversee specialist subcontractors where required
• Ensure Compliance: Conduct risk assessments and method statements to maintain safe working practices
• Respond to Emergencies: Participate in an on-call rota to support out-of-hours maintenance issues
• Support Building Operations: Assist with general building services and ensure systems operate safely and efficiently
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
• Apprenticeship or equivalent training in mechanical or electrical engineering
• City & Guilds Level 3 in HVAC or Building Services Engineering
• F-Gas Category 1 certification
• Proven experience of maintaining HVAC and building services systems in commercial or laboratory environments
• Working knowledge of BMS systems and SFG20 standards
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and IT skills (Microsoft Office)
• Full, clean UK driving licence
DESIRABLE
• Experience with boilers, chillers, heat pumps, or medical gas systems
• Familiarity with Trend control systems and Concept Evolution CAFM software
• Knowledge of TM44, CIBSE energy efficiency practices
• Understanding of building fabric maintenance and small works coordination
BENEFITS
• Group Personal Pension Scheme with 10.5% employer contribution
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and 3 additional Christmas closure days
• Discretionary annual performance bonus
• Employee Wellbeing Service offering confidential advice and support
• On-site gym, sports and social club, restaurant facilities, and nursery
• Free on-site parking and access to green travel initiatives
This role requires a DBS check
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P14009
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