Engineering

We’ve been providing market-leading engineering services for the built environment for over 60 years. Our team works on some of the most complex and exciting projects in the UK.

WE’LL HELP YOU THRIVE

What we’re looking for…

You might already be in construction or an adjacent sector such as utilities, aeronautics, defence, technology or advanced manufacturing. Our technical experts and engineers work across a wide range of areas, including mechanical and electrical engineering, building performance, digital engineering, sustainability and intelligent buildings. Whatever type of engineering you specialise in, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for real subject matter experts. People with proven experience of delivering technical engineering projects. You should be self-motivated, high energy, proactive and adept at multitasking. You should also be able to apply engineering principles to problem solving. In engineering, having people who can think differently is a real advantage.

In addition, we’d like you to have a collaborative mindset and be transparent and open in your approach to work. Design or commissioning skills would be good too.  We’d also like you to have a degree, or above, in building services engineering, mechanical or electrical engineering or another adjacent discipline.  

BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH US

Join the best in the business…

Wates is a thriving business, and we’ve recently secured some very high profile, exciting, and challenging projects. We’re also diversifying the skills that we need to meet the demands of our customers, and market opportunities,

By joining our talent Engineering team, you can get in early on these skills and set your career on firm foundations. From regional tech directors to heads of smart buildings, building performance engineers, site engineers, project engineers and more, we’ve got over 100 specialists here. There are a huge variety of roles, projects, and skillsets at Wates.

In fact, the kind of project exposure you’ll get with us is second to none. Whether tech or engineering, you can test yourself on a range of challenges. As you grow and develop, you’ll be supported along the way by people who are experts in what they do. And because the business is so diverse, there are opportunities to expand into other areas. Whatever your ambitions, you’ll find many paths to achieve them. You’ll find no better place to build your career.

TESTIMONIALS

Hear from our people

Stuart Dixon

Building Performance Technical Manager

2024 marks my 20-year milestone in industry, 10-years of which have been with the Wates/SES business. I’m really proud of this fact as it demonstrates a great working environment, company loyalty and job satisfaction. I have been entrusted with opportunities and responsibilities, underpinned by formal accreditations and chartership, which have really accelerated my growth and long-term professional standing. A ‘typical day’ is never typical, there is always something challenging happening!”

Tom Russell

Building Performance Engineer

Having joined the Wates/SES business straight from school, I will have been in the industry for 9 years now. The business have provided me with the perfect opportunity to continue my formal education whilst also learning on the job. Since joining, I have successfully completed my apprenticeship, a BSc at Leeds Beckett University and I am now currently studying a MSc to support my Chartered Engineer status goal. Working within the Building Performance team has been nothing but enjoyable, working on a range of projects from education facilities to commercial offices, all looking to have a positive impact on the environment as we transition as an industry towards Net Zero.”

Ben Jowett

Head of Digital Construction & Engineering

Since joining Wates Group, I have worked within a diverse range of fantastic teams that have been consistently open and collaborative while delivery high performance levels. Wates has ensured my career progression has been supported through a mixture of on the job development and further learning opportunities. This has set me up for a successful and meaningful career whilst nurturing my wider leadership skills.”

CAREERS IN ENGINEERING

Want to be a part of our team?

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Multi Skilled Engineer

Location: Eastleigh

Job Type: Engineering

Application Deadline: 02-10-2024

Here at Wates, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Mobile Engineer to join our Facilities Management mobile team supporting our clients based in the Hampshire Region. The main objective is for you to carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) to Mechanical plant, including Reactive Maintenance and extra works/emergencies in accordance with the contract requirements on Mechanical Services. To be successful in this role, you will ideally have the following: • Knowledge of mechanical and building services maintenance • Previous FM experience managing multiple sites • Strong Mechanical/plumbing Experience • Plumbing or Mechanical qualification such as NVQ or City & Guilds. • Good knowledge of a plant room and day to day building maintenance Key Accountabilities will include: • Ensure all works are delivered in guidance of the legislation and contractual obligations • Utilise CAFM/PDA technology for real time job updates, and provide detailed/comprehensive reports on works delivered • To respond in a prompt and effective manner to all reactive maintenance issues and help desk requests associated with the mechanical systems • To respond to call outs and cover breakdowns and emergencies associated with the mechanical services aspects of the contract as required. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary, plus performance related reviews, opportunities for growth and advancement within the team Van, Extensive corporate benefits including, Pension, Health and Wellness programme, 22 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity. To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/

Shift Engineer

Location: Chiswick

Job Type: Engineering

Application Deadline: 27-09-2024

Wates have excellent opportunity for a skilled Electrical Shift Engineer to join our team at the Discovery Communications in Chiswick, London, providing both planned and reactive maintenance to all relevant electrical equipment, controlling and operating of building operational systems, with a clear focus on Energy and the Environment and ensuring compliance to Health & Safety matters in relation to both direct and indirect scope of this role. ABOUT THE ROLEWe are looking for you to have excellent communication and people management skills with a sound judgement and a focus on achieving high standards and quality assurance.To be successful in the role you will have a working knowledge of the Statutory Regulations and Codes of Practice applicable to the maintenance industry with IOSH Working Safely and a specific up to date qualification relating to the electrical trade.This role operates on a continental shift rota, and any offer subject to acquiring the relevant security checks.Some of the Shift Engineer’s Key Accountabilities will include:• Ensure that all relevant help desk calls (both planned and reactive) are fully completed with sufficient information and are passed back to the Supervisor in accordance with the defined timescales• Proactively monitor and improve the operation of building systems to ensure optimum performance with a clear focus on energy efficiency and continuous improvement.• First line response for all planned and reactive maintenance on all M&E plant including electrical systems included in pumps, motors, drives, AHU’s, LV switch gear, PLC’s, SCADA.This is a fantastic opportunity to work on an on a single site, however there will be requirements to conduct at some other site occasionally.WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 5% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 22 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 8 weeks fully paid paternity.To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/

Technical Service Manager

Location: London

Job Type: Engineering

Application Deadline: 27-09-2024

Title: Technical Services Manager Location: London within M25Job Type: Full TimeContract Type: PermanentWe are looking for an experienced Technical Services Manager to bring expertise to the Client multi-let office sector with the overseeing of Hard FM Services Operations by ensuring that our appointed M&E Service Partner deliver effective asset management into M&E and Building Fabric.This role will have responsibility for technical support for a premium client within JLL’s UK Property and Asset Management / IFM division. The selected assets will be a range of multi-let properties from the office sector.Key Responsibilities: Involvement in Design for Management (DFM) – development & Implementation of client projects, the on-going maintenance and understanding of new systems and technical process Interaction with FM teams through a thorough understanding of Service Level Agreements (SLA) and providing technical advice and support CX Focus through the right selection process, the expectation would be that the TSM would already have a Customer Service Mindset and excellent communication skills Potential conflict resolution skills: e.g., any technical issues arising from Suppliers Occupiers, Client instructed fit outs Provide a level of strategic thinking around Client plans for asset in terms of Planned Maintenance Reports (PMR) /Planned Maintenance Programme (PMP) budgeting advice to surveyors and FMs Expected OutputsThe provision of technical and compliance support to the JLL team in general with the following: Assist with the overall responsibility for ensuring that engineering maintenance has been completed to appropriate standards and contract specifications, this would also include the understanding of SFG 20 tasks under the Condition Based Maintenance (CBM)/ Business for Maintenance (BFM) approach, due for 2023 roll-out on assets which lend themselves to this more cost-effective way of working.We are looking for an individual with a proven solid experience in delivering high quality hard M&E services in a customer focused multi-site environment, and good working knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation. You will have a robust technical background with a professional qualification and practical experience in a trade – Electrical, Mechanical, Gas or F-Gas. Desirable is a BIFM qualification or equivalent, IOSH or NEBOSH certificate and experience in computer PPM management systems (e.g., Concept).To be successful in this role you will have highly effective management skills and be able to communicate clearly and concisely. Alongside this, you will have excellent attention to detail and promote ownership through to closure.

Foot Mobile Engineer

Location: London

Job Type: Engineering

Application Deadline: 26-09-2024

MOBILE FOOT ENGINEERWates have excellent opportunity for an experienced Mobile Foot Engineer to join the team based on-site at our client's offices in Central London for one of our key Clients – JLL.ABOUT THE ROLEThe primary focus of this role will be to conduct planned preventative Mechanically, Electrically, Multi-disciplined, AC biased maintenance and reactive works to the buildings plant, equipment, and systems, as well as respond to site engineering emergencies on behalf of our clients.What is important to us is your natural communication skills to deliver high levels of customer service at all times, your ability to effectively multi-task, work to tight deadlines and problem solve on the job; whilst always promoting health & safety excellence.Having the relevant qualifications and experience for your discipline is essential for your success in this role however, what is most important to us is your effective communication skills which always enable delivery of prominent levels of customer service. You will also be confident is your proven ability to effectively multi-task, work to tight deadlines and problem solve on the job; whilst always promoting health & safety excellence.This is a terrific opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team.Some of the other Key Accountabilities as Mobile Foot Engineer include:• Record all reactive and PPM tasks accurately and in detail using report sheets and ensure signed by the client weekly.• Ensure that Method Statements and Risk Assessments are prepared for all tasks conducted to provide safe working practices.• Supervise subcontractors effectively.• Ensure compliance with all Company policies and procedures.