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Building Services Engineering Senior Technician Apprenticeship (Level 4)

What is a Building Services Engineering Senior Technician?

Senior Technicians make buildings work , ensuring heating, ventilation, cooling, power, lighting, water, and safety systems are designed, installed, and maintained to high standards. They combine technical know-how with sustainability goals to create comfortable, safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible buildings. 

Key Duties: 

  • Design, deliver, and manage building services systems 
  • Supervise teams and allocate resources effectively 
  • Use CAD, Revit, BIM & BEMS for engineering solutions 
  • Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance 
  • Analyse and solve technical engineering problems 
  • Control quality, budgets, and timelines 
  • Communicate with clients, engineers & contractors 
  • Support net-zero and sustainability targets 

How does the apprenticeship work?

This apprenticeship is delivered in block weeks, you’ll attend AccXel for 4 consecutive days, then work with your employer for 5 weeks.  

4 days every 5 weeks at AccXel – You’ll study both theory and practical skills on our live mock site, designed to simulate real construction environments.  

5 weeks with an employer – You’ll then put your learning to practice on actual construction projects, gaining valuable experience and knowledge alongside skilled professionals.  

Portfolio & Final Assessment – You’ll build a portfolio of evidence throughout the programme, then complete an End Point Assessment (EPA) to achieve your qualification. 

Earn While You Learn – You’ll be paid a wage for the entire duration of your apprenticeship, gaining a recognised qualification at no cost to you. 

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Course details

Course Length: 36 Months (Maximum)

Entry Requirements: Applicants must have achieved at least 5 grade 4 GCSE’S or a level 2 apprenticeship

Qualification: Upon completing your apprenticeship, you will achieve a Level 4 qualification in Building Services Senior Technician + HNC in Building Services Engineering

Important Information

Although we work closely with a range of employer partners, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to match you with a suitable employer. All applicants are encouraged to actively search for their own employer, as you will be unable to enrol if you have not secured one by September.

Why become an apprentice at Accxel?

Committed employer partners

Small class size

State-of-the-art technology

Practical experience on mock live site

Industry-experienced teachers

Graduation ceremonies

4 Steps to becoming an AccXel apprentice

Attend an interview at AccXel

Secure an employer

Begin your apprenticeship