M&E Engineer / Energy Manager

Job Introduction

Salary: £61,337.60 

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: To be based at one of our main hubs London, Birmingham or Manchester. An additional London Allowance of £4,613.61 (payable to London based candidates only)

Type of Working Arrangement: Blended approach of home and office-working is available

Hours: This is full-time role (37 hours per week)  

British Transport Police (BTP) is the national police force for the rail network throughout Great Britain. We are the ‘Guardians of the Railway,’ putting passenger safety at the heart of what we do. Our values are simply: We Care, We Do the Right Thing, We Strive to Be Better Every Day, We Are One BTP, and We Are Proud to Protect. Join us and help create an environment where we can all be our best every day.

The Opportunity:

British Transport Police (BTP) is seeking an experienced and proactive M&E Engineer / Energy Manager to lead the management, optimisation and statutory compliance of mechanical and electrical (M&E) systems across BTP’s estate.

The post holder will ensure that all building services operate safely, efficiently and in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements, while driving energy‑reduction initiatives that support BTP’s Net Zero and broader sustainability objectives.

Acting as BTP’s technical authority for M&E and energy management, you will provide strategic advice, deliver compliance and assurance programmes, and implement cost‑effective engineering and energy solutions that enhance operational resilience, reduce lifecycle costs and minimise environmental impact across the estate.

What you'll be doing:  

• Lead the management, optimisation and statutory compliance of all M&E systems across BTP’s estate. 
• Maintain PPM schedules and provide technical expertise for refurbishment and new‑build projects. 
• Oversee specialist contractors and support procurement for M&E and energy‑related works. 
• Drive BTP’s energy strategy, including monitoring, reporting and delivering consumption‑reduction initiatives. 
• Ensure compliance with ESOS, SECR and other statutory energy reporting requirements. 
• Act as the intelligent client, advising senior stakeholders on technical and financial implications. 
• Liaise with internal teams and external partners including DfT, Network Rail and regulatory bodies. 
• Prepare M&E compliance, energy performance and sustainability reports for governance boards. 
• Contribute to lifecycle planning for plant and equipment. 
• Champion continuous improvement through innovative, sustainable and data‑driven solutions.

What you'll bring to the team: 

• Degree level education (or equivalent) in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Building Services, Architecture, Surveying or a related discipline. 
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RIBA, RICS, BIFM, CIAT). 
• Detailed technical knowledge and substantial experience operating at a senior (managerial) level. 
• Proven experience managing M&E systems across a multi-site estate. 
• Strong understanding of statutory compliance for building services. 
• Experience in energy management and delivering carbon reduction initiatives. 
• Familiarity with BMS systems and energy monitoring platforms. 
• Technical expertise in M&E engineering and energy efficiency. 
• Ability to interpret and analyse complex data and produce clear, actionable insights. 
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Knowledge of building regulations, H&S legislation, and energy compliance frameworks; emerging technologies in building services and energy efficiency; RIBA stages, estates governance and strategic planning frameworks; and of estates and facilities management within regulated environments.

Further information about this vacancy can be found in the attached job description. Estates and Facilities (tracks.oak.com)

What we offer:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years.
• Family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave.
• Bespoke benefits platform and Blue Light Card access.
• Salary sacrifice options for cycles, home technology, gym membership, and electric vehicles.
• Interest-free annual rail season ticket loan after 6 months.
• Access to the Transport Benevolent Fund for health, welfare, and financial support.
• Development opportunities, including fully funded apprenticeships.
• Excellent Pension scheme:  We offer the BTP GPP Police Staff Pension Scheme, administered by Royal London. This group personal pension plan is available to all police staff and is a defined contribution scheme. It provides the flexibility to vary your pension contributions from 4.4% to 12% of your salary. For more information, visit the Royal London dedicated pension page or email us at Pension-Queries@btp.police.uk. Note: If you are an existing member of Police Staff in the RPS, your pension will not be affected.

How to apply: 

Applications will be via an up to date CV and online application form, as part of this application you will be asked to outline how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role.

Completed applications must be submitted by 11.59pm, 16 March 2026

Vetting: Successful applicants will be required to pass Recruitment/Management Vetting (3/5 years minimum UK residency required), including a full background and financial disclosure. For more information and Top Tips, please see attached document. 

Medical: We’ll ask for relevant health and medical history details to support employee wellbeing.  

References: We'll ask for references to cover the past 5 years.

Inclusion & Diversity: 

We are committed to building a workforce where everyone feels they belong. 

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. Diversity strengthens our teams, improves our services and helps us better represent and support the communities we serve. 

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and strive to create a workplace that is fair, respectful and accessible to all. We actively work to challenge discrimination, remove barriers and ensure equity throughout our recruitment and employment practices. 

If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment or selection process, please let us know - we are happy to support you. Your talent, your potential, and your unique perspective matter here. 

For more information on Inclusion or the Disability Confident Scheme, please click the links Inclusion & Diversity Disability Confident Scheme

Join Us:
Ready to take the next step in your career? At BTP, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, make a real impact, and be part of something extraordinary.

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