About Building Ventilation Solutions (BVS)
Building Ventilation Solutions Ltd is a fast-growing, family-run HVAC engineering company specialising in air handling unit (AHU) refurbishment, ventilation upgrades, controls work, and bespoke AHU manufacture across the UK. We operate across a wide range of sectors including healthcare, education, leisure, retail, commercial, and industrial environments.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced, technically capable engineer to join our team as a Technical Engineer. You will take a lead role on site visits, working independently to diagnose issues, carry out refurbishments, and deliver high-quality engineering solutions. The role combines site-based and some office-based work.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead site visits to carry out diagnostic work and identify system issues
- Carry out fan retrofits, AHU refurbishments, and system upgrades.
- Produce clear, accurate, and professional site reports
- Use technical software to support project quoting and selection and ordering of materials
- Safely use power tools for removal and installation of systems
- Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with site rules, risk assessments, and company procedures
- Undertake unwiring of existing AHU system components and wiring of new components and isolators
- Keep working areas safe, tidy, and presentable
- Liaise professionally with clients and internal team.
- Travel to sites across the UK (occasional overnight stays and weekend work required)
What We're Looking For
- 2+ years’ relevant experience in a mechanical, electrical, or engineering environment
- Proven experience working independently on-site in a practical, technical role
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, metal work and safe working practices
- Ability to fault-find and troubleshoot independently
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
- Strong communication skills, with confidence speaking to clients on site
- Ability to work collaboratively with both site and office teams
- Practical, hands-on mindset with a common-sense approach
- Self-motivated, organised, and reliable
- Good understanding of maths, physics, and English
- Engineering qualification, apprenticeship background, or equivalent experience
- Computer literate (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Meets physical requirements: stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, lifting 50 lbs. or more
- Full UK driving licence (essential)
Desirable (Not Essential)
- Experience with HVAC systems, air handling units, or ventilation engineering
- Familiarity with fan selection software or similar technical tools
- CSCS Card
What You'll Gain
- Opportunity to take on increased responsibility and project ownership
- Industry-recognised qualifications
- Career progression into senior or lead engineer roles as the company grows
In Return We Offer
- Competitive salary (£30,000 – £40,000 depending on experience)
- 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Ongoing training and professional development
- A supportive, friendly working environment in a growing family business
- Genuine long-term career opportunity
Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Fordingbridge SP6 1PA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you live in a commutable distance to Fordingbridge?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
