Apprentice Service & Maintenance Engineer
Are you looking to kick start your career as a Service and Maintenance Engineer?
Do you want to be involved in the day-to-day operation of large buildings, making sure they run smoothly, smartly, and efficiently?
Do you want to work on exciting projects that will challenge you daily and get paid while you do it?
If the answer to these questions is yes, then join our Facilities Services team where you can learn from the industry’s best, maintaining prestigious office buildings across the region. No two buildings or contracts are ever the same.
As an NG Bailey apprentice you will:
- Train at one of the top performing colleges or training providers in the country.
- Learn about our award-winning approach to working safely.
- Work indoors, outdoors, and occasionally at height.
- Be prepared for early starts and travel away from home when necessary.
- Develop great working relationships with some of the industry’s most talented people.
- Have a strong support network giving you the chance to build your confidence and use your initiative.
You will learn to:
- Follow a schedule to test and maintain all heating, ventilation and water systems correcting any faults you may find.
- Read and understand engineering drawings.
- Use the Building Management System to control and monitor the electrical, heating and ventilation systems.
- Use small hand tools such as hammers, saws, screwdrivers etc.
- Implement essential safety procedures before working on systems.
- Assist with minor electrical maintenance.
- Work with other trades and gain experience from their knowledge.
- Develop strong customer service and client relationship building skills.
We are looking for people who:
- Are keen to learn.
- Share our values of Passion, Integrity, Responsibility and Excellence.
- Are organised and well prepared with excellent timekeeping and attendance.
- Enjoy practical working with good hand coordination.
- Have good communication skills.
- Enjoy working in a team.
- Can follow instructions and work under pressure.
- Can act independently.
You will attend college to complete the Building Services Engineer Service and Maintenance Level 3 Apprenticeship. In addition, you will regularly attend in house training and development as part of the programme.
To apply you need:
5 GCSEs (or equivalent) Grade C/4 or above in English Language, Maths, Science, plus 2 other subjects at grade C/4 or above.
Ready to apply?
If you are applying for this role, take a look at our application hints and tips for guidance on what good looks like. We receive a lot of applications, find out how you can make yours stand out.
Apprenticeship-Hints-and-Tips.pdf (ngbailey.com)
What happens next?
If we like what we see on your application, you will be invited to undertake a telephone interview. If we then wish to progress your application further, you will be invited to attend an assessment centre at which we will shortlist for final interviews.
PLEASE NOTE THIS VACANCY MAY CLOSE BEFORE THE ADVERTISED CLOSING DATE IF A LARGE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. EARLY APPLICATION IS THEREFORE RECOMMENDED.
NG Bailey is an Equal Opportunities employer. All applicants will receive equal treatment within their application and selection process.
Other details
- Pay Type Salary
- Employment Indicator Apprenticeship
- Job Start Date 27 August 2025
- Sheffield, UK