• Location: Midlands - UK-wide site-based role with 50% overnight stays.
• Clients: Commercial and Industrial sites, including Schools, Universities, and colleges.
• Requirements: Enhanced DBS Check
• Working Hours: 40 hours per week - must be flexible to early starts and late finishes as per business requirements.
• Salary: Dependent on experience, company van and fuel card, mobile phone, tablet, pension, employment assistance programme, training provided.

About Us

At Breathing Buildings, we design and deliver advanced hybrid natural ventilation systems that improve indoor air quality and sustainability in commercial and residential projects across the UK.

We are seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer to join our Projects team and ensure the flawless operation, service, and maintenance of our ventilation units.

The Role

As a Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for site works including:

• Final inspection
• Setup
• Commissioning
• Servicing
• Repairs, and
• Occasional installation assistance

You will be the technical point of contact for clients on-site, ensuring systems operate efficiently and to specification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct on-site final inspections and commissioning of ventilation units.
• Fault-find, repair, and replace mechanical and electrical components (e.g., PCB boards, fans, sensors).
• Undertake servicing on completed projects and provide aftersales support to clients.
• Assist installation teams as required.
• Produce site reports and documentation of work completed.
• Provide technical support, problem-solving, and system demonstrations to clients.
• Participate in site and project meetings; liaise with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with site-specific risk assessments, RAMS, and health & safety regulations.
• Travel frequently across the UK and be prepared for overnight stays.

Requirements:

Essential:

• HVAC service experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Mechanical and electrical systems knowledge.
• Familiarity with basic PLC controls (hardware and software).
• Electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Relevant CSCS card.
• Valid UK driving license (manual cars & vans).
• Enhanced DBS Check

Desirable:

• Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualifications (HNC/HND/Degree).
• PLC programming experience.
• Health & Safety qualifications (IOSH, NEBOSH).
• Modbus/BACnet/BMS knowledge.
• Mechanical/Electrical installation experience.

Key Competencies:

• Problem-solving, strong analytical skills, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to self-manage, multi-task, and handle multiple projects.
• Hands-on, practical approach with flexibility and team spirit.
• Ability to work safely at heights and in construction environments.
• Strong IT skills, including MS Office.

If you are a skilled engineer with a hands-on approach, enjoy problem-solving, and want to make a real difference in sustainable building solutions, we want to hear from you!