Senior BMS Engineer in Sittingbourne

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled and experienced BMS engineer to join our BeMS Optimisation division. As Senior Optimisation Engineer, responsibilities will include delivering Optimisation, PPM and Reactive service works for our clients across all sectors, with a focus on energy efficiency solutions that contribute positively to decarbonisation. Working closely with our clients on site, as well as our in‑house support teams, you are one of our primary means of delivering a positive impact for our clients, spanning energy, carbon, and maintenance savings.

Responsibilities

• Always maintain full awareness of Health & Safety standards and protocols, before, during and after accessing client sites.
• Review and sign on to RAMS on commencement of each engagement and ensure acknowledged by the client organisation.
• Review the site in line with the issued RAMS and look for any changes that will require a workplace risk assessment to mitigate the new risks – using discretion to terminate a job if standards are not adhered to or risks deemed too high to continue.
• Ensure Health & Safety certification is up to date.
• Complete energy optimisation surveys on known systems (Trend, Tridium, Cylon, Siemens, etc.) to identify building energy efficiency performance.
• Write simple energy optimisation survey reports setting out proposed interventions to optimise control strategies.
• Troubleshoot energy exceptions identified by the Remote Optimisation Centre (ROC) energy team to confirm the source of energy wastage.
• Implement software modifications onsite to enhance building energy performance.
• Conduct PPM service works according to an annual schedule of deliverables.
• Engage in technical discussions around building control technologies with our clients and be confident in offering solutions in a clear and easily understood manner.
• Operate across all types of clients from retail to commercial and hospitality buildings.
• During service visits conduct maintenance activities on pre‑start checks, control panels, BMS controllers, temperature sensors, control valves/dampers, pressure switches/transducers, supervisory software, and user operator panels; assess and resolve issues relating to building energy efficiency.
• While on PPM visits, identify and scope opportunities to complete additional small works, and work with support team to issue proposals in a timely manner.
• Prepare and issue PPM service reports on the same day as the visit.
• Communicate professionally with all stakeholders including the client and third parties.
• Undertake reactive call‑outs to troubleshoot and resolve controls issues relating to software or HVAC plant.
• Complete small works projects including repairs and installs in relation to HVAC plant.
• Provide detailed and concise reports based upon your onsite activities.
• CSCS Gold card or ECS card essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (to HNC/ONC or equivalent).
• At least 5 years of BMS commissioning and systems experience.
• Qualified or experienced with Cylon, Trend and/or Tridium systems.
• Understanding of service, fault finding and small project delivery techniques.
• Ability to work as a team with a positive and resilient approach to dealing with clients and suppliers.
• Ability to find solutions to complex problems.
• Thorough appreciation of site operations and procedures in line with client/stakeholder requirements.
• An open and approachable manner, backed by high moral and ethical standards.
• Proactive attitude with a purpose‑driven mindset that brings drive, energy and passion to the role.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships both digitally and in person.
• Accountability to yourself and others.
• High attention to detail.
• Full UK driver’s licence.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive salary depending on experience.
• Electric company car or car allowance, enhanced if you choose to lease an electric vehicle through our Company EV salary sacrifice scheme.
• £900 funding for a car charging point installation at your home.
• Overtime rates of 1.5 or 2 × hourly rate depending on the day and time of overtime performed, if applicable.
• Working away payment of 3.75 hours per night if you are asked and agree to stay overnight to complete client works.
• On‑call payment of £35 a day for time spent on call outside of working hours.
• Guaranteed starting salary from £50,000 DOE.
• 25 days annual leave increasing to 28 days with length of service (+ bank holidays).
• Option to buy/sell up to 3 days holiday each year.
• Contributory pension scheme (5% matched).
• Life Insurance.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Enhanced Family Leave policies.
• Award‑winning Employee Assistance Helpline and Online GP Service.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Annual Railcard.
• Annual flu jab and eye test.
• A professional development and sustainability allowance.
• 2 × sustainable holiday travel days.
• 1 day off paid each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice.
• Up to one professional membership fee paid for by the Company each year.
• Reward for introductions scheme.

About Us

We are Optimised, a team of over 160 people driven by passion to create a positive impact and make a real difference in the world! With offices across the UK in Ashby, Blackpool, Bristol, and Sittingbourne, and our team of engineers working nationwide, we pride ourselves on delivering impactful solutions to optimise the world's transition to net zero and beyond. We recognise that the climate emergency is the greatest challenge of our generation, and we are driven both personally and professionally to be a force for positive change. We deliver a range of integrated energy and sustainability solutions spanning Carbon Impact, Utility Management and Building Optimisation that help our clients achieve their decarbonisation goals whilst delivering significant returns on investment. As a certified B Corp, we place purpose before profit, upholding the highest standards of social and environmental performance, diversity, inclusion, and accountability in everything we do. At Optimised, we know that our people are our greatest asset. That is why we offer a flexible, fun, and supportive environment where everyone has the opportunity to perform to their best. We are always looking for individuals who share our values and are passionate about making a positive impact.

How to Apply

If you are interested and think you can help us achieve our mission to net zero, please apply here or send your CV along with a covering note to careers@optimised.net. Recruitment agencies who are not nominated to this specific position will not be considered and any unsolicited CVs received via agencies will remain the property of Optimised with no obligation to pay agency fees. Visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate, and we actively welcome applications from skilled international professionals. We are committed to creating an inclusive and flexible working environment that promotes diversity; we encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert or are seeking an alternative working pattern. If you have a medical condition or an individual need for an adjustment to our process, and you believe this may affect your ability to be at your best – please let us know so we can talk about how we can support you and make any adjustments that may be needed. In your application, please feel free to note which pronouns you use.