Building Services Engineer – Acorn Engineering Limited
Summary
Acorn Engineering are looking for a Static Multiskilled Building Services Engineer to take ownership of a newly developed life sciences facility in Oxford. This is a static role with no other engineers on site, offering autonomy and the potential for future site-based management responsibilities.
You’ll be responsible for maintaining a high-spec building, delivering planned and reactive maintenance across electrical, mechanical, and general building services. The ideal candidate will be confident working independently and have a strong understanding of compliance and building systems.
Package & Benefits
Location: Oxford
Salary: up to £45,000 dependant on experience
Hours: 41.25
Company Benefits:
* Pension scheme
* Company Events
* Wellbeing Benefits – 24 hours turnaround GP appointment for the whole family
* 25 days holiday (not including bank holidays)
* Cycle to Work Scheme
Responsibilities
* Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across electrical and mechanical systems.
* Maintain accurate site records and compliance documentation.
* Liaise with internal teams, suppliers, and future site management to ensure smooth operations.
* Support development of site procedures and contribute to future call‑out planning.
* Attend site punctually, professionally presented, and in appropriate PPE.
Skills & Qualifications Required
Qualifications & Experience
* Essential: City & Guilds or equivalent in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
* Desirable: 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
* Bonus: Test & Inspection (T&I) certification.
* Experience in building services maintenance, ideally in a static role.
* Familiarity with HVAC systems, compliance activities, and CAFM systems.
Personal Attributes
* Multiskilled and confident across electrical and mechanical disciplines.
* Self‑starter with a proactive approach.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Reliable, detail‑oriented, and capable of working independently.
* Comfortable being the sole engineer on site, with potential to grow into a leadership role.
Need more info?
Dale will be happy to help!
dale.leer@acornlimited.co.uk
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Facilities Services
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