Apprentice Building Services Technician
NIGHTCAP EMPLOYEE SERVICES LIMITED
BRIGHTON (BN1 2LN)
Closes in 20 days (Friday 17 April 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 26 March 2026
Contents
Summary
The Building Services Technician at Brighton i360 is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of all mechanical and electrical systems on-site. This includes the vertical cable car, security systems, heating/cooling (HVAC), audio-visual systems, and fire and access control systems.
- Wage
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£20,800 a year
- Training course
- Engineering maintenance technician - single discipline (level 3)
- Hours
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Week 1: 5 days working / 2 days off
Week 2: 7 days working / 7 days off. Shifts to be confirmed.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 11 May 2026
- Duration
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4 years
- Positions available
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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
This position requires a proactive and adaptable person who thrives in a dynamic environment, collaborates effectively with internal teams, and demonstrates a strong problem-solving aptitude.
What's in it for you?
Key Responsibilities
You will learn:
- To maintain all mechanical and electrical equipment at the site, liaising with third party suppliers where appropriate, including (but not limited to) the vertical cable car, CCTV, heating / cooling (HVAC), AV / sound system, Fire systems, Intruder alarm systems, access control system etc.
- To complete the daily start up checks and cleaning for the vertical cable before the start of the daily operation (including climbing up ladders to reach the basement or top of the tower)
- To support the Facilities and Maintenance manager when required with the management of a number of key third party facilities contracts including (but not limited to) Poma, remote monitoring/ security, CCTV, IT support and rope access to ensure they comply with the terms of service level agreements
- To collaborate with the Operational team, Sales team and Procurement Manager to ensure the smooth running of the operation
- To assist in the monitoring of all faults and any ride downtime
- To assist with the completion of preventative maintenance schedule
What we are looking for:
- You will have the ability to react well under pressure and to stay calm and rational in emergency situations
- You will have the aptitude to learn new systems, understand technical manuals, and you will enjoy technical problem solving and being an expert in systems
- You will be a team player with great communication skills, with a hands on attitude, willing to muck in and to help out to make sure that the venue stays open and the operation runs smoothly at all times
- You must be a self-starter who is able to work without direct day-to-day supervision, but equally you must be a team player able to work effectively with colleagues at i360, at our suppliers and broader team
- A full passport with the right to travel to Europe without needing a visa
- This role requires a high level of physical fitness, as it involves manual handling and climbing on ladders. Therefore, you will be required to pass a fitness test, occupational health screening and medical assessment
Do not apply directly to the company as all applications must be through SIGTA. You may not be considered if you apply direct.
For more info and video visit our vacancies page at www sigta.co.uk/apprentice-vacancies/
Where you'll work
BRITISH AIRWAYS I360
LOWER KINGS ARCHES
BRIGHTON
BN1 2LN
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
SIGTA LIMITED
Training course
Engineering maintenance technician - single discipline (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Review and use information. For example, work instructions, drawings, design specifications, and plant configurations.
- Use planning, prioritising, organising, and time management techniques to plan tasks.
- Identify and organise resources to complete tasks. For example, consumables.
- Respond and adapt to work demands. For example, adapt working methods to reflect changes in working environment, re-prioritise workloads to react to breakdowns and fault scenarios.
- Identify equipment to work on. Check plant configuration is as defined.
- Prepare the work area for maintenance tasks.
- Identify environmental and health and safety hazards and risks and apply control measures.
- Apply health, safety, and environmental procedures in compliance with regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, signage and barriers, working at height, confined spaces, and COSHH.
- Follow security procedures. For example, site access, document classification, and securing assets.
- Follow emergency incident and response procedures.
- Apply sustainability principles. For example, minimising waste.
- Segregate items for reuse, recycling, and waste.
- Use mathematical principles and formulae to support engineering maintenance.
- Apply engineering maintenance standards and procedures.
- Apply foreign material exclusion procedures.
- Follow maintenance tools and equipment control procedures. For example, handling and storage.
- Reinstate the work area.
- Apply team working principles.
- Communicate with others to give and receive information. For example, colleagues, customers, and stakeholders.
- Escalate issues outside limits of responsibility.
- Record information.
- Produce or update documents. For example, handover notes and reports.
- Identify and highlight issues (red pen) with technical drawings.
- Use digital and information technology. For example, databases, data sharing platforms, email, management information systems, and word processing. Follow cyber security and GDPR requirements.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques to identify improvement suggestions.
- Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning and development activities.
- Electrical. Confirm safe electrical isolation lockout tagout method has been applied and test for dead.
- Electrical. Select, check, and use electrical maintenance tools, measurement, and test equipment.
- Electrical. Use electrical diagnostic equipment and apply fault finding and rectification techniques.
- Electrical. Apply problem solving and critical reasoning techniques.
- Electrical. Inspect and test electrical aspects of plant. For example, visual checks, insulation and continuity checks, thermographic surveys, and voltage levels.
- Electrical. Remove and replace electrical parts.
- Electrical. Prepare and terminate electrical cables.
- Electrical. Set up, align and adjust electrical aspects of plant.
- Electrical. Clean parts. For example, removal of dust and debris.
- Electrical. Conduct and confirm electrical and connected services deisolation.
- Electrical. Conduct functional testing.
- Control and instrumentation. Conduct and confirm safe isolation of connected services
- Control and instrumentation. Confirm safe electrical isolation lockout tagout method has been applied and test for dead.
- Control and instrumentation. Select, check, and use control and instrumentation maintenance tools, measurement, and test equipment.
- Control and instrumentation. Use control and instrumentation diagnostic equipment and apply fault finding and rectification techniques.
- Control and instrumentation. Apply problem solving and critical reasoning techniques.
- Control and instrumentation. Inspect and test control and instrumentation systems.
- Control and instrumentation. Check calibration and make adjustments.
- Control and instrumentation. Check loop function.
- Control and instrumentation. Set up and adjust control and instrumentation systems.
- Control and instrumentation. Clean parts. For example, removal of dust and debris.
- Control and instrumentation. Remove and replace instruments and sensors.
- Control and instrumentation. Re-connect instrumentation power supply, cables, pipework, and services.
- Control and instrumentation. Conduct and confirm electrical and connected services deisolation.
- Control and instrumentation. Conduct functional testing.
- Mechanical. Check and confirm safe isolation of connected services.
- Mechanical. Select, check, and use mechanical maintenance tools and equipment.
- Mechanical. Use mechanical diagnostic equipment and apply fault finding and rectification techniques.
- Mechanical. Apply problem solving and critical reasoning techniques.
- Mechanical. Check condition and operation of mechanical aspects of plant and equipment. For example, pumps.
- Mechanical. Remove and replace mechanical parts.
- Mechanical. Examine mechanical parts for defects. For example, pump seals.
- Mechanical. Set up, align, and adjust mechanical aspects of plant.
- Mechanical. Clean parts. For example, removal of dust and debris.
- Mechanical. Lubricate mechanical assemblies.
- Mechanical. Confirm electrical and connected services deisolation.
- Mechanical. Conduct functional testing.
- Mechanical. Apply bench fitting techniques.
- Review and use information. For example, work instructions, drawings, design specifications, and plant configurations.
- Use planning, prioritising, organising, and time management techniques to plan tasks.
- Identify and organise resources to complete tasks. For example, consumables.
- Respond and adapt to work demands. For example, adapt working methods to reflect changes in working environment, re-prioritise workloads to react to breakdowns and fault scenarios.
- Identify equipment to work on. Check plant configuration is as defined.
- Prepare the work area for maintenance tasks.
- Identify environmental and health and safety hazards and risks and apply control measures.
- Apply health, safety, and environmental procedures in compliance with regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, signage and barriers, working at height, confined spaces, and COSHH.
- Follow security procedures. For example, site access, document classification, and securing assets.
- Follow emergency incident and response procedures.
- Apply sustainability principles. For example, minimising waste.
- Segregate items for reuse, recycling, and waste.
- Use mathematical principles and formulae to support engineering maintenance.
- Apply engineering maintenance standards and procedures.
- Apply foreign material exclusion procedures.
- Follow maintenance tools and equipment control procedures. For example, handling and storage.
- Reinstate the work area.
- Apply team working principles.
- Communicate with others to give and receive information. For example, colleagues, customers, and stakeholders.
- Escalate issues outside limits of responsibility.
- Record information.
- Produce or update documents. For example, handover notes and reports.
- Identify and highlight issues (red pen) with technical drawings.
- Use digital and information technology. For example, databases, data sharing platforms, email, management information systems, and word processing. Follow cyber security and GDPR requirements.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques to identify improvement suggestions.
- Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning and development activities.
Training schedule
This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
English, Maths (grade 4/5 C and above)
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
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
Other requirements
- A “good head for heights” - you will be comfortable working high above the ground.
- Calm Under Pressure – Ability to stay composed and take logical action in emergency situations.
- Technical Curiosity & Problem Solving – Aptitude to learn new systems, interpret technical manuals, and resolve issues efficiently.
- Team Player – Willingness to work closely with colleagues across departments to support the smooth running of the operation.
- Hands-On Approach – A proactive, practical attitude, ready to assist with operational needs as required
. - Self-Motivation – Capable of working independently with minimal supervision once trained while aligning with broader team objectives.
- Commitment to Safety & Compliance – Ensuring all work adheres to safety standards, service agreements, and legal requirements.
About this employer
The Brighton i360 is a leading visitor attraction in Brighton, offering unique experiences for guests of all ages. We aim to create unforgettable moments by delivering world-class service, innovative experiences, and seamless operations.
Company benefits
- 50% discount on food/drink
- 4 x Salary life assurance.
- Deals and discounts with a range of businesses
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Training and development
After this apprenticeship
- To become a fully trained and qualified Building Services Technician with Brighton i360
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SIGTA LIMITED
Jacquie
jalstrom@sigta.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000023327.
Apply now
Closes in 20 days (Friday 17 April 2026 at 11:59pm)