L2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship

COMFORT SERVICES GROUP LIMITED

COLCHESTER (CO4 5YQ)

Closes on Thursday 20 August 2026

Posted on 13 July 2026

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Summary

We are looking for an engineer to be trained on the HVAC/Commissioning side and/or the Water treatment & Water hygiene side of the business. These roles might cross/depending on where the right skill set can be applied to the best level. Full support for training is offered. CSCS skill card will be required – we will assist with applying.

Wage

£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday – Friday, 08.00 – 16.30. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required (depending on business needs). We will always check your availability prior to any out-of-hours work arrangements.

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 2026

Duration

1 year 2 months

Positions available

1

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

Responsibilities – To include but not limited to:

  • To offer support to Commissioning & Water Treatment Engineers. Working closely with your supervisor and the engineering team, following the correct procedures to BSRIA guidelines and, when needed, CIBSE Codes A & W
  • To compile correct computer-generated test sheets and engineers’ reports using our master templates, initially with some training and guidance as required
  • Always wear company clothing and appropriate PPE
  • Help with producing Risk Assessments and Method Statements required for individual projects
  • Proficient with use of Office Suite programs (Word, Excel spreadsheets). Computer-literate
  • Some understanding of building, engineering, M & E industry desired
  • Carry out all reasonable tasks or projects as requested
  • To follow instructions as given by project managers/lead engineers
  • To abide by company rules, Health and Safety and Quality policies
  • Ensure the employee handbook has been read and understood fully
  • Always behave respectfully towards customers, work colleagues and office staff
  • Always promote a professional company image
  • Never make a promise we cannot keep

Key Tasks:

  • Performing air and water balancing and HVAC systems validations to CIBSE Codes and BSRIA Guidelines, always with a positive outlook and can-do attitude, proactive troubleshooting
  • To assist the commissioning and water treatment teams when required
  • To follow the correct procedures for setting up and flushing closed low and chilled water systems to BSRIA guidelines
  • Understanding L8 water compliance
  • Be willing to participate in any company training days/programmes provided to improve development
  • Be prepared to travel and stay away as necessary to complete your work and always look for opportunities to improve standards
  • Follow company processes relating to all aspects of your work, showing respect to all staff and colleagues
  • Report any issues to your project manager/ lead engineer
  • To generate test sheets and reports in a timely manner

Where you'll work

3 DE GREY SQUARE
DE GREY ROAD
COLCHESTER
CO4 5YQ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

CHELMSFORD COLLEGE

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

Day release - One day per week based in college

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade Grade 9-2 or equivalent)

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

Other requirements

The position requires daily travel to our clients’ sites. You will be paired with a senior engineer and likely to travel with them in a company vehicle, occasional travel by public transport may be required. Therefore, the role is suited to someone who is not only technically minded, but also enjoys variety and flexibility and holds a full driving licence (or is learning to drive).

About this employer

Comfort Services Group is a specialist in Air Movement & Water Treatment Services. We have been providing quality environmental commissioning and water treatment services for almost 20 years now and have a long-standing relationship with our clients’ base across commercial and private sectors. Our experienced engineers are highly skilled and proficient in delivering second-to-none services, including HVAC commissioning, water treatment in both closed circuit (heating and chilled water systems) and domestic systems, chlorinations, tank cleaning, provision of risk assessments and logbooks, environmental testing and air sampling services.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

  • Potential full-time role

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CHELMSFORD COLLEGE

David Cornwell

CornwellD@Chelmsford.ac.uk

01245 293119

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000042084.

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Closes on Thursday 20 August 2026