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Building Services Engineering Apprentice

Tilbury Douglas Construction Limited · Salford · posted 16 July 2026

Wage
£20,500 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
2 Years 8 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Building services engineering technician 2022 (level 3)
Starts
17 August 2026
Closing date
6 August 2026
Positions
1

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As a Level 3 Building Services Engineering Apprentice, you’ll combine on-the-job learning with formal study, developing the core skills required to support the design, installation and commissioning of building services systems.

You will study towards a Building Services Engineering Level 3 Apprenticeship, with the support of experienced building services engineers and project teams.

Duties will include: 

  • Support the delivery of mechanical and electrical services for including HVAC, lighting, power, fire, data and life-safety systems
  • Assist with site inspections, quality checks and coordination of M&E works within tight programmes
  • Help interpret drawings, specifications and technical information in constrained or live environments
  • Support coordination of building services with architectural finishes and other trades
  • Assist with testing, commissioning and handover of building services systems
  • Learn how health, safety and environmental requirements are managed in live or occupied buildings
  • Support technical documentation, snagging and as-built information
  • Work closely with site managers, designers, subcontractors and clients to help resolve technical issues
  • Develop an understanding of how building services contribute to high-quality, compliant and client-ready spaces

Your training

Building Services Engineering Technician Level 3.

Day release at college, one day a week. 

Where it leads

Join Tilbury Douglas and take your first step towards a career in building services engineering.

About Tilbury Douglas Construction Limited

Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company. Our Engineering teams deliver high-quality, technically complex interior projects across sectors including commercial offices, health, education, defence and specialist environments. Building services play a critical role in ensuring these spaces are safe, functional, efficient and ready for occupation.

As a Building Services Engineering Apprentice, you’ll support the delivery of mechanical and electrical services on our projects, working in live, occupied or fast-track environments. You’ll gain hands-on experience while developing the technical and coordination skills needed for a career in building services engineering within the engineering sector.

Things to consider

A full UK driving licence is required (or working towards one by the time you start). 

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingGenuine interest in mechanicsProactiveSafety-focused mindset

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Waterfront Quay, Salford, M50 3XW

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