2025 Professional Apprenticeship - Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) Controls Engineer (5527)

Professional Apprenticeship - Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) Controls Engineer Apprenticeship

We're looking for bright and motivated school leavers who will bring energy, new ideas and a fresh perspective to help us become the recognised leader and transform the construction and engineering industry.

Role Overview

Crown House Technologies - Enterprise Solutions are part of the Laing O'Rourke construction group.

Enterprise Solutions provide the expertise to deliver the specialist systems, Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS), Security Systems (CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarms), Information Communications Technology (ICT) and Lighting Control (LCS). associated with mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) installations.

You will work within the BEMS team under the guidance of our experienced Engineers, alongside site supervisors and managers.

You must have strong technical acumen with a positive interest in engineering & technology. You will also have a professional approach and a keen eye for detail, excellent communication and IT skills are also vital for the role.

Key Deliverables and Accountabilities of a BEMS Controls Apprentice

To learn and understand automated control systems
To be able to read a specification and apply control principles associated with the design to create engineering documentation
Understand communications technology and standard industry protocols
Understanding the requirements for the installation of electrical wiring systems
To learn, understand and manage the production automated application software, system graphical user interface (GUI) and Digital engineering (DE)
Assist the commissioning and point to point testing and commission control panels (CP) to monitor and control mechanical systems
Adhere to all company policies & procedures, particularly to health & safety

Location

Oxford, North West and South

Apprenticeship Level and Standard

BEMS (building energy management systems) controls engineer - Level 4

Apprenticeship Provider

National training provider Group Horizon Ltd, in partnership with the Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA)

Entry Grades

5 GCSEs - preferably grades 7-4 in Maths and English

3 A-levels or BTEC

Entry requirements

We are looking for candidates who meet the following criteria:

You must be eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit
Entry grades will be listed within each job description, and they will differ from role to role
To qualify for this programme, you will need to have a minimum of three A-Levels/or equivalent

The Laing O'Rourke Professional Apprenticeship Programme - what can you expect?

Our professional apprenticeship programme has been developed to ensure you are supported throughout every step of your journey, combining work-based experience with off-the-job training. You will be stretched, challenged and supported by a business that views your professional development and formal qualification as a priority.

Our programme will provide a fully funded day or block release Level 4 (HNC) and/or Level 6 (degree) apprenticeship in your chosen vocation, while working as a full time Laing O'Rourke employee. It will also include a series of bespoke development modules, and technical training opportunities, strategically placed to support you at key stages of your apprenticeship journey. During the programme you will work across a range of projects, which will offer the breadth and variety to support your occupational competency and will contribute towards the achievement of your apprenticeship and professional accreditation.

** The Professional Apprenticeship Programme will commence in September 2025 **

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2025 Professional Apprenticeship - Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) Controls Engineer