Job Description

ISS
Mechanical Apprentice Engineer
Location: Reading, RG30 4EJ
Hours of work: 37.5
Contract Type: Permanent
This role is INTERNAL ONLY and at present we are not accepting external applications. If you are external and apply, your application will not be considered at this time.
We are seeking a motivated Mechanical Apprentice Engineer to join our team, supporting the maintenance of building fabric and services.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to develop technical skills in a practical, hands-on environment while gaining exposure to a wide range of building services.

As Mechanical Apprentice Engineer, you will work across a variety of systems, including air handling, water distribution, perimeter heating, plumbing, sanitary fittings, air conditioning, heating controls, portable equipment, and laundry/cleaning machinery.
While the focus is on maintenance, occasional new installation or modification work may also be required.
Key Responsibilities

• Carry out a variety of essential building services tasks in a flexible and reactive environment.
• Apply skills and experience as a fully time-served Building Services Technician to perform all required functions.
• Work safely in physically demanding conditions, including confined spaces, heights, extreme temperatures, and outdoor environments.
• Respond to urgent or unplanned issues while maintaining high standards of service.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and company procedures at all times.
• Support continuous improvement and proactive maintenance initiatives across the site.

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications

• Fully time-served Building Services Technician with practical experience delivering FM functions.
• Completion of a recognised and registered CITB or EITB apprenticeship.
• Relevant experience demonstrating versatility and flexibility in building services.
• Holds a City & Guilds Certificate in either: Mechanical Engineering Maintenance (205-3), Advanced Plumbing (596- or Plumbing (596-1) plus Construction Services Welding Advanced Craft (599-2).
• Skilled in sanitary plumbing, domestic heating installation and maintenance, or mechanical maintenance, depending on certification.
• Ability to work safely in varied and physically demanding environments.
• Strong problem-solving and client-focused operational skills.

The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it's hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste) religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
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