MEP Services

SES Engineering Services is one of the top MEP partners in the UK. We deliver for a wide range of customers, and our team has the best technical experts in the industry.

Career Opportunities in MEP

THE BEST PLACE TO DEVELOP YOUR CAREER

Join our family…

We’re a £300m MEP business in the top five MEP contractors in the UK. We’ve also got the strength and proven track record of the Wates Group behind us. You’ll be joining a brilliant team, in a successful firm with a proven track record.

SES currently delivers MEP works and installed delivery. We also have an internal off-site manufacturing business called PRISM, and an internal drylining business.  Our technical specialists in areas such as smart buildings, building performance, and digital engineering are based at our Technical Excellence Centre.

You’ll find a huge range of development and progression opportunities here, including in specialist areas like smart buildings and business performance. SES is also the first in the business to have a matrix that clearly outlines key routes to the top. You won’t find a better place to build your career.

OUR PEOPLE THRIVE

About you…

Whether you have sector experience, fancy a career change, or are returning to work after a break, we’d love to hear from you.

Our success is driven by our people. We’re looking for higher level expertise with a real focus on technical innovation. We want people who can bring in bright ideas to help us keep up with the market. if you’re from outside the sector, the transferrable skills we’re after include project management and leadership. We want to broaden our intake from other industries, particularly in areas like tech. That way we’ll have the right competence in the business at all levels.

TESTIMONIALS

Hear from our people

Riya Rathod

Strategy & Integration Lead

"I joined Wates over 10 years ago, this was the start of my transformative career journey. Collaborating with a wealth of talent from diverse backgrounds across the group, I have further enhanced my experiences and applied my skills to drive our business’s performance. With a growth mindset, I have diversified my career path leading to my current role as Strategy and Integration Lead for SES. I also engage in initiatives I am passionate about including championing our Wates Women’s & Allies Network and offering mentorship to SME’s – a few of many internal initiatives to our group has to offer.”

CAREERS IN MEP

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Mobile Electrical Engineer- South East

Location: London

Job Type: Engineering

Application Deadline: 04-06-2025

MOBILE ENGINEER Electrically Bias – SoutheastHere at Wates, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Mobile Engineer to join our Facilities Management mobile team supporting our clients based in the Southeast region.The main objective is for you to carry out Planned Preventative Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance (PPM) also to carry out compliance tasks as required, including Reactive Maintenance and extra works/emergencies in accordance with the contract requirements on Electrical and Mechanical Services.You will also join our call out rota for the region.To be successful in this role, you will ideally have the following:· Previous FM experience managing multiple sites· Strong Electrical, Mechanical/plumbing Experience· Electrical qualification such as NVQ or City & Guilds. Level 3 or equivalent,Hold 18th edition.· Good knowledge of a plant room and day to day building maintenance including compliance tasks.· Excellent record keeping and Computer literate.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 Electrical and 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/Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Mobile Gas Engineer

Location: London

Job Type: Engineering

Application Deadline: 04-06-2025

The VacancyMobile Gas Engineer London and the SouthJob Type: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent We have an opportunity for a Mobile Gas Engineer to work as part of the team supplying gas competency to our client based in the South.  Within the group, WPS – FM provides a Total Facilities Management (TFM) solution for our clients, self-delivering planned and reactive M&E services, with an absolute focus on 100% uptime of critical building infrastructure. FM also oversees the delivery of all soft services encompassing cleaning and hygiene, catering, hospitality, vending, reprographics, mail room, front of house, porter services and security.   Key Accountabilities will include:   Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) to boilers and associated plant, including Reactive Maintenance and extra works/emergencies in accordance with the contract requirements on Mechanical Services. Support additional M&E works within the individual’s technical competencies and our contractual obligations. Undertake project works and minor turnkey projects to Boiler plant and associated equipment. Provide detailed reporting with predictive times for remedial and chargeable works, and life cycle condition reporting. Provide a high level of Gas technical and hands on support in the provision of our service delivery and the daily communication with our clients Working as a key part of the Regional Mobile Support team, and key interface with internal FM accounts and their representation. To be successful in the role you will have current ACS/Corgi/Gas Safe qualification in Commercial and Domestic Gas and have experience in the Gas Appliances, and mechanical aspects of general building PPM schedules and reactive works. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary 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, 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/ Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Multi Skilled Engineer

Location: Saffron Walden

Job Type: Engineering

Application Deadline: 02-06-2025

RESIDENT ENGINEERJoin Wates: Resident Engineer Needed!Wates is offering an outstanding opportunity for a mechanically / Electrically experienced Resident Engineer to join our team, stationed on-site at our blue chip client – Wellcome Genome campus. Your primary focus will be executing planned preventative maintenance and reactive works on building plant, equipment, and systems, as well as swiftly responding to site engineering emergencies.ABOUT THE ROLE:As a Resident Engineer, your core responsibility will revolve around conducting planned preventative maintenance and reactive works on behalf of our clients. Your qualifications and experience in the field are crucial, but what truly sets you apart are your exceptional communication skills, ensuring top-notch customer service delivery. Your ability to multitask effectively, meet tight deadlines, and collaborate seamlessly with your team to troubleshoot on the go is paramount, all while championing health and safety excellence.Key Accountabilities as Resident Engineer: Accurately record all reactive and PPM tasks, ensuring detailed documentation is completed and signed off by the client weekly. Prepare Method Statements and Risk Assessments for all tasks to guarantee safe working practices. Effectively supervise subcontractors to ensure tasks are completed to the highest standards. Ensure strict compliance with all Company policies and procedures. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work on a single siteReady to take the lead in maintaining excellence? Join us at Wates and make your mark! Apply now.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, 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/Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo an Enhanced and Barred Lists Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Mobile Engineer

Location: Twickenham

Job Type: Engineering

Application Deadline: 30-05-2025

MOBILE M&E ENGINEERHere at Wates, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Mobile M&E Engineer to join our Facilities Management mobile team supporting our clients based in London and around the M25.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 & Electrical 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 Electrical / Mechanical Experience• Electrical or Mechanical qualification such as NVQ or City & Guilds.• Good knowledge of a plant room and day to day building maintenanceKey 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 electrical / 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/Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting