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Building Services Engineer Electrical

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Posted on May 22, 2026 by CV-Library
Gateway Plaza, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£42.8k - £46.1k Annual
Full-Time
Barnsley Council have an exciting opportunity for a Building Services Engineer Electrical to join the team based in Barnsley. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £42,839 - £46,142 per annum (Plus £5000 market rate supplement until 30/04/2028).

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Construction Design team as a Building Services Engineer Electrical. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical building services design, technical advice, and project support across a diverse property portfolio.

Working across new build, refurbishment, and compliance programmes, you will contribute to the design, specification, and delivery of electrical systems in a range of corporate, commercial, heritage, and community buildings.

Key Responsibilities

Design and specify electrical building services systems including:

- Power distribution

- Lighting (including energy-efficient solutions)

- Fire alarms and life safety systems

- Security and access control systems

Produce and review technical drawings, specifications, and reports

Provide professional electrical engineering advice to clients, project managers, and stakeholders

Support the delivery of capital and planned maintenance projects from inception through to completion

Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and standards (e.g. IET Wiring Regulations, Building Regulations, CDM)

Undertake site inspections, surveys, and condition assessments

Monitor contractor performance and ensure quality, safety, and value for money

Contribute to sustainability and carbon reduction objectives, including low-energy design

About You

We are looking for a motivated and technically competent individual with a strong background in electrical building services.

Essential Requirements

Level 6 Qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

Experience in designing electrical services within buildings

Knowledge of relevant standards, including:

- IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

- Building Regulations

- Health & Safety legislation (including CDM)

Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Full UK driving licence (or ability to travel across sites)

Desirable

Working towards or holding professional membership (e.g. CIBSE, IET)

Experience within a local authority or public sector environment

Knowledge of sustainable design principles and energy efficiency

Familiarity with design software (e.g. AutoCAD, Revit)

What We Offer

Flexible and agile working arrangements

Generous annual leave entitlement

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Access to professional development and training

Opportunities to work on varied and high-profile projects

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team delivering projects that make a real difference to communities across Barnsley. You will have the chance to grow professionally while contributing to sustainable, safe, and efficient buildings.

Closing date: 5th June 2026

If you feel you have the necessary skills and abilities to join our ambitious team as our Building Services Engineer Electrical, Click "apply" we’d be delighted to receive your application

Reference: 225148539

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Building Services Engineer Electrical

CV-Library

Posted on May 22, 2026 by CV-Library

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Gateway Plaza, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£42.8k - £46.1k Annual
Full-Time
Barnsley Council have an exciting opportunity for a Building Services Engineer Electrical to join the team based in Barnsley. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £42,839 - £46,142 per annum (Plus £5000 market rate supplement until 30/04/2028).

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Construction Design team as a Building Services Engineer Electrical. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical building services design, technical advice, and project support across a diverse property portfolio.

Working across new build, refurbishment, and compliance programmes, you will contribute to the design, specification, and delivery of electrical systems in a range of corporate, commercial, heritage, and community buildings.

Key Responsibilities

Design and specify electrical building services systems including:

- Power distribution

- Lighting (including energy-efficient solutions)

- Fire alarms and life safety systems

- Security and access control systems

Produce and review technical drawings, specifications, and reports

Provide professional electrical engineering advice to clients, project managers, and stakeholders

Support the delivery of capital and planned maintenance projects from inception through to completion

Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and standards (e.g. IET Wiring Regulations, Building Regulations, CDM)

Undertake site inspections, surveys, and condition assessments

Monitor contractor performance and ensure quality, safety, and value for money

Contribute to sustainability and carbon reduction objectives, including low-energy design

About You

We are looking for a motivated and technically competent individual with a strong background in electrical building services.

Essential Requirements

Level 6 Qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

Experience in designing electrical services within buildings

Knowledge of relevant standards, including:

- IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

- Building Regulations

- Health & Safety legislation (including CDM)

Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Full UK driving licence (or ability to travel across sites)

Desirable

Working towards or holding professional membership (e.g. CIBSE, IET)

Experience within a local authority or public sector environment

Knowledge of sustainable design principles and energy efficiency

Familiarity with design software (e.g. AutoCAD, Revit)

What We Offer

Flexible and agile working arrangements

Generous annual leave entitlement

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Access to professional development and training

Opportunities to work on varied and high-profile projects

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team delivering projects that make a real difference to communities across Barnsley. You will have the chance to grow professionally while contributing to sustainable, safe, and efficient buildings.

Closing date: 5th June 2026

If you feel you have the necessary skills and abilities to join our ambitious team as our Building Services Engineer Electrical, Click "apply" we’d be delighted to receive your application
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