About
Employer description
At Mace, we are global experts in shaping the built environment. From development and consultancy, to construction and operations, we connect expertise across the entire property lifecycle to help our clients, people, communities and society achieve more than they believe is possible. You can see our impact everywhere: from skylines that form cities around the world to the infrastructure that communities depend on to live, work and play.
Main description
Our impact can be seen everywhere from the skylines that form cities around the world to vital infrastructure that communities depend on to live, work and play. We are involved with the design, supply, installation and commissioning of all MEP systems whilst studying for the Building Services Engineering Senior Technician L4 apprenticeship.
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
Responsibilities will include:
Being an integral part of the project delivery team specialising in technical services
Developing and implementing MEP strategies on a project, from pre-construction to post completion
Actively engaging with a variety of stakeholders, including clients, local communities, team members and suppliers
Find solutions to any problems that arise in the construction phase
Assisting in procurement of the integral parts and packages associated with building services
Advising the design teams on co-ordination and pre-fabrication of services within building design
Assisting in planning and programming building services within the construction programme
Management of sub-contractors/trades
Management of health and safety on site
Assisting with the production of monthly project audits and reports
Delivering building service engineering for a range of different buildings and clients
Commissioning management and witnessing
Testing integrated systems, including building control sign off
Assist in gaining practical completion
Managing project close out and the defect period
Your training plan
Our structured training programme will teach you technical and business skills to help you succeed in your career
The MEP Assistant apprenticeship will work towards the Building Services Engineering Senior Technician L4 which consists of work-based experience and training
Entry requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
5 subjects including Maths and English (grade 4/C)
Any subjects (grade 96 UCAS Points)
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
Problem solving skills
Team working
Initiative
Training to be provided
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
LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY
Your training course
Building services engineering senior technician (level 4)
Equal to Higher National Certificate (HNC)
Future Prospects
We’ll also support you in gaining professional membership of the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE).
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 01/05/2025
Salary
£22,200 per year
Location
This job is located in Cambridge, Cambs
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