This is a unique opportunity to begin a career in mechanical building services engineering. The role is designed to provide hands-on experience and academic learning to develop the skills and qualifications required to design, mechanical building services systems for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and Low Temperature Hot Water Systems.
Training course: Building services engineering service and maintenance engineer (level 3)
Hours The core hours are 9am – 17.30pm with a 1 hour break for lunch. Coffee/tea Breaks through the day for time away from computer screens. 37.5 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 01 September 2025
Duration: 3 Years
Positions available: 1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
You will work alongside experienced engineers and technicians, contributing to new projects while studying towards a nationally recognised qualification in Building Services Engineering.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist in the design and specification of mechanical systems for Healthcare, commercial, and industrial buildings
Support the creation of electrical layouts and schematics using CAD and BIM software
Conduct site visits to assist with surveys and inspection of installations
Assist with the selection of appropriate materials and equipment for mechanical systems
Participate in energy efficiency assessments and sustainability evaluations
Assist in the preparation of reports, calculations, and documentation for project delivery
Collaborate with other engineering disciplines (electrical, structural, environmental) to ensure integrated design solutions
Maintain accurate records of work, learning progress, and project contributions
Attend client and team meetings with your assigned mechanical engineer
Developmental Responsibilities:
As the apprenticeship progresses, you will:
Take on more complex design tasks and calculations under supervision
Learn to use advanced software tools such as Revit MEP, IES, or Hevacomp
Gain understanding of relevant regulations and standards (e.g., CIBSE, BSRIA, Building Regulations)
Develop project management and client communication skills.
Contribute to sustainability and innovation initiatives within the department
Work towards professional registration with an engineering institution (e.g., CIBSE, IMechE)
Where you’ll work
The Grain House, 1st Floor, 46 Loman St London SE1 0EH
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
SOUTH THAMES COLLEGES GROUP
Your training course
Building services engineering service and maintenance engineer (level 3)
Your training plan
Dedicated Mentor: You will be assigned a mentor or supervisor who will guide you through your day-to-day tasks, provide feedback, and support your professional growth
Hands-On Experience: You’ll work alongside experienced engineers on real projects, gaining practical skills in electrical design, installation, and maintenance
Shadowing Opportunities: You’ll have the chance to observe senior engineers and technicians to understand best practices and industry standards
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
Maths (grade 5)
English (grade 5)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Number skills
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Other requirements
At times there when attending site or meetings away from the office there may be an earlier start to ensure arrival to the meeting on time. The core hours are 9am – 17.30pm with a 1 hour break for lunch. Coffee/tea Breaks through the day for time away from computer screens. The salary banding for this role is between £19,000 - £23,000.
About this company
Eta Projects, part of the Brush Group, are a highly professional building services design consultants, comprising of Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health Engineers. We are Healthcare Design specialists providing solutions for all aspects of the Hospital environment and are highly regarded within the Healthcare Sector.
After this apprenticeship
As progression through qualification is gained we expect progression of all engineers.
The grading structure is typically:
Trainee- Graduate / Trainee Engineer - Engineer Band 1 (Junior) - Engineer Band 2- Engineer Band 3- Intermediate Engineer- Senior Engineer- Principal Engineer Later Progression
Opportunities available are: - Associate - Associate Director- Projects / Technical Director- Board Director
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
ETA PROJECTS LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000328279.