Building Services Engineer

Building Services Engineer

Location:

Royston, Hertfordshire, UK (site-based role)

This role is a 12-month fixed term contract.

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net‑zero! As a Building Services Engineer, you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Building Services Engineer who will be responsible for performing routine inspections, troubleshooting issues, and carrying out repairs or preventative maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other facility systems. The goal is to ensure the building operates smoothly, meets safety standards, and remains in good working condition to support the needs of tenants, staff, or visitors.

As a Building Services Engineer, you will help drive our goals by:

• Assist with the overall management of building services assets and systems across the business
• Hands on maintenance of buildings services plant/equipment to reduce downtime, managing 3rd parties and contractors
• Coordinate both specialist and trade (mechanical, electrical, civil etc) contractors to execute work packages on Building Services equipment
• Management of general building structures repairs/maintenance
• Lead small projects in relation to building services improvements & installations
• Subject matter expert and point of contact for Building Services
• Owner of building services assets across site
• Exercise discretion in operational decisions such as sequencing of works, site logistics, contractor
  coordination, and issue resolution on-site.
• Escalate major strategic decisions or deviations from budget/schedule to senior leadership but retains
  autonomy over daily site-level operational decisions.

• Experience working on HVAC, AHU’s or Air Conditioning Systems
• Experienced working with permitting systems
• Ability to work with and manage of 3rd Parties and external contractors

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing.

• Retirement savings
• Share plans
• Saving accounts
• House saving funds
• Life and disability insurance
• Commuter allowances and loans
• Medical plans / health assessments
• Fitness discounts

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

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Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.