Summary
You will work in the field of energy management & controls for Smart Buildings and Smart Electrical Infrastructure. You’ll contribute to the development & implementation of innovative technologies to optimise energy usage and drive sustainability. Working on challenging & varied projects creating smart, sustainable, energy efficient buildings.
Wage
£21,000 a year
Performance Bonus Scheme 28 days annual leave + public holidays Employee shopping & dining discounts Flexible working opportunities Pension scheme Holiday buy and sell scheme Various health and wellbeing support options
Training course
BEMS (building energy management systems) controls engineer (level 4)
Hours
Monday to Friday. Hours TBC.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date
Monday 8 September
Duration
3 years
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
As a Technical Apprentice - Systems based in the Midlands area. The following activities include but are not limited to:
* Design, implement, and optimise a range of digital solutions to help our customers meet their net zero carbon sustainability targets.
* Work on building control systems, power distribution systems, energy monitoring systems, data analytics platforms, and energy management software.
* Building automation systems, assist with commissioning, modifications/refurbishment, repair, maintenance.
* Assisting in the planning, execution, and coordination of projects and services.
* Working with building control systems, power distribution systems, energy monitoring systems, data analytics platforms, and energy management software.
* Engaging with customers to understand their energy needs and develop solutions that align with their sustainability goals and operational requirements.
* Preparing data reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.
Where you’ll work
Sir William Lyons Road
University of Warwick Science Park
Coventry
CV4 7EZ
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
GROUP HORIZON LIMITED
Your training course
BEMS (building energy management systems) controls engineer (level 4)
Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)
Course contents
* Applying the control principles associated with the design, function and use of buildings e.g. to create points lists, description of operation, cable schedules.
* Incorporating hydrodynamics/ hydronic systems into designs.
* Applying the principles and practices of measurement technology.
* Incorporating cooling systems, heat generation and renewable technology into designs as applicable.
* Incorporating Control Panel wiring, construction and relay logic into the design process.
* Applying communications technology protocols and media e.g. MODBUS and BACNET.
* Applying relevant safety legislation, codes of practice and safe working practices to themselves and others.
* Identifying requirements for protection of electrical installations.
* Incorporating the needs of a variety of building stakeholders (e.g. owners/ operators) within the design of the BEMS system.
* Applying the practices and procedures for the installation of BEMS wiring systems.
* Interpreting the requirements for the BEMS element of electrical installations.
* Applying the principles and practices for the commissioning of BEMS systems and equipment in a variety of building types and environments.
* Applying the principles, for diagnosing and correcting faults in BEMS network systems and BEMS equipment.
* Applying the principles for completing conditional site surveys, along with associated recommendations.
* Applying knowledge of energy efficiency to optimise comfort in buildings whilst minimising energy usage.
* Identifying the requirements of inspection and testing of BEMS element of electrical installations within relevant legislative requirements, specifications, codes of practice and industry recognised practices.
* Carrying out the testing, inspection and certification of BEMS related controls and equipment.
* Applying the principles and practices for the design and commissioning of standard network architectures e.g. Ethernet TCP/IP, MSTP and RS48.
* Carrying out updates to BEMS system hardware to ensure compatibility with latest products.
* Applying the control principles associated with the design, function and use of buildings e.g. to create points lists, description of operation, cable schedules.
* Incorporating hydrodynamics/ hydronic systems into designs.
* Applying the principles and practices of measurement technology.
* Incorporating cooling systems, heat generation and renewable technology into designs as applicable.
* Incorporating Control Panel wiring, construction and relay logic into the design process.
* Applying communications technology protocols and media e.g. MODBUS and BACNET.
* Applying relevant safety legislation, codes of practice and safe working practices to themselves and others.
* Identifying requirements for protection of electrical installations.
* Incorporating the needs of a variety of building stakeholders (e.g. owners/ operators) within the design of the BEMS system.
* Applying the practices and procedures for the installation of BEMS wiring systems.
* Interpreting the requirements for the BEMS element of electrical installations.
* Applying the principles and practices for the commissioning of BEMS systems and equipment in a variety of building types and environments.
* Applying the principles, for diagnosing and correcting faults in BEMS network systems and BEMS equipment.
* Applying the principles for completing conditional site surveys, along with associated recommendations.
* Applying knowledge of energy efficiency to optimise comfort in buildings whilst minimising energy usage.
* Identifying the requirements of inspection and testing of BEMS element of electrical installations within relevant legislative requirements, specifications, codes of practice and industry recognised practices.
* Carrying out the testing, inspection and certification of BEMS related controls and equipment.
* Applying the principles and practices for the design and commissioning of standard network architectures e.g. Ethernet TCP/IP, MSTP and RS48.
* Carrying out updates to BEMS system hardware to ensure compatibility with latest products.
Your training plan
* Gain a level 4 qualification in Building Energy Management Systems.
* Off the job training will take place with BCIA, delivered by blended learning in classroom and/or online learning sessions.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
* 5 including Maths, English & STEM related (grade 4/C or above)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Analytical skills
* Team working
* Initiative
* Non judgemental
Other requirements
You must not have a degree in a similar subject. Due to UK government apprenticeship funding rules, you must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years and have permission from the UK government to live in the UK (not for educational purposes) or have obtained pre-settled or settled status.