Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) Controls Engineer Apprenticeship Level 4
SAUTER AUTOMATION LIMITED
Basingstoke (RG24 8GG)
Closes in 14 days (Friday 15 August 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 29 July 2025
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Summary
As a BMS(HVAC) Apprentice, you'll be working on building energy management systems where you will learn how to generate application software, commission plant and integrate smart technology to ensure efficient sustainable buildings. You will also work with our Project Managers, Sales, R&D teams in order to gain a good understanding of the industry.
- Wage
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£14,527 a year
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Salary increase and bonus scheme applies subject to performance. This is reviewed annually. Salary starting from £14,527 rising to £27,000 throughout the apprenticeship.
- Training course
- BEMS (building energy management systems) controls engineer (level 4)
- Hours
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Monday to Thursday, between 8:30am to 5pm and Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm.
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 29 September 2025
- Duration
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3 years
- Positions available
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2
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
- Controls Hardware and Logic: Apprentices be required to select, install, configure and update control hardware platforms from manufacturers in the UK Market
- Field Devices: Apprentices will be required to understand the principles behind control and performance of sensors, valves, actuators, dampers, variable speed drives, switches and relays
- Networking: Apprentices will be required to design, install, maintain and fault find different types of networks along with more specialist sub-networks
- Communication Protocols: Apprentices will be trained to a high level in the common open standard protocols in widespread use within the BEMS industry
- Supervisor Software: Apprentices will gain a knowledge of the construction of graphics, creation of user accounts, alarm management and schedule management
- This apprenticeship will involve working alongside our engineers on-site on various projects
- To be committed to achieving the necessary qualifications
- To complete a programme of training to be conducted within the Company’s various departments
- Observe, learn and understand a wide range of skills and processes while under the instruction of skilled technical staff
- To show commitment in developing practical skills and undertaking tasks as instructed, increasing overall contribution to the individual departments
- To show enthusiasm and actively participate in a personal development plan
- To increase overall knowledge of the industry
- Understand and adhere to the Company’s internal procedures and regulations, including Health & Safety and Quality Assurance
Where you'll work
Inova House Lime Tree Way
Hampshire Int Business Park
Chineham
Basingstoke
RG24 8GG
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
GROUP HORIZON LIMITED
Training course
BEMS (building energy management systems) controls engineer (level 4)
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What you'll learn
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.
Training schedule
This Apprenticeship will take up to 36-months to complete and at the end, you will be awarded a Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) Controls Engineer Apprenticeship Level 4 which is equivalent to a Foundation Degree.
Attend classroom and/or online learning sessions to undertake the Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) Controls Engineer apprenticeship. This will include the Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA) technical course modules BCM00 - BCM15 and functional skills elements (including Maths and English where required).
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- Computing (grade Level 2)
- English (grade Level 2)
- Science (grade Level 2)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
The role will be a combination of office and site based. Once qualified and working on-site, you will be eligible for a company car subject to having a valid driving licence.
About this employer
Established for well over 100 years, the Sauter Group is an international market-leader in developing, manufacturing and marketing energy-efficient solutions in Building Management Systems. With innovative technology, in the form of cloud-based solutions, APPs and smart devices, we provide solutions to meet the needs of our client’s in the control of their building systems.
After this apprenticeship
The career progression opportunities are to become a fully qualified BEMS Engineer in Commissioning, Applications or Project Management.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SAUTER AUTOMATION LIMITED
Dorina Cayford
dorina.cayford@uk.sauter-bc.com
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000334504.
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Closes in 14 days (Friday 15 August 2025 at 11:59pm)
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