Join Acorn - Build your Career
At Acorn, people are at the heart of everything we do. With over 40 years’ experience delivering market‑leading engineering and compliance services across London and the South East, we have built a reputation based on trust, technical excellence, and long‑term partnerships with our clients.
We are currently seeking a Building Services Engineer to join our team, carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPMs) across client sites in Hampshire and the surrounding counties.
Our Culture
Acorn promotes a professional, inclusive, and collaborative working environment where engineers are trusted and supported. You will be backed by a dedicated internal helpdesk, administration team, and experienced contract managers who understand the realities of working on site and are committed to helping you succeed.
We value clear communication, strong client relationships, and personal accountability. Teamwork is central to how we operate, with engineers working closely with internal teams to ensure work is completed efficiently, safely, and to a high standard.
Health and safety, presentation, and pride in workmanship are fundamental to everything we do, and we believe these values are key to both client satisfaction and employee wellbeing.
Package & Benefits
Location: Bicester
Salary: up to £38000 depending on experience plus overtime and callout
Hours: 41.25 hours a week
Company Benefits
Pension scheme
Company Events
Wellbeing Benefits – 24 hours turnaround GP appointment for the whole family
25 days holiday (not including bank holidays)
About Acorn
At Acorn, people are at the heart of everything we do. With over 40 years’ experience delivering market‑leading engineering and compliance services across London and the South East, we have built a reputation based on trust, technical excellence, and long‑term partnerships with our clients.
About the Role
We are recruiting for a skilled Carpenter to join our Operations team at Bicester Village, working within a busy, high-end retail environment.
This role is primarily carpentry-focused, delivering high-quality repairs, installations, and maintenance works across the site. Alongside core carpentry duties, the successful candidate will also support general fabric and site maintenance activities where reasonably required, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the estate.
This is an excellent opportunity for a tradesperson who takes pride in their workmanship, works to high standards, and enjoys being part of a collaborative on-site team.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out a wide range of carpentry works, including repairs, installations, and reactive maintenance
Deliver high-quality finishes in line with the standards expected in a premium retail environment
Complete planned and reactive carpentry tasks across the site
Support general fabric and maintenance tasks where reasonably required
Respond to maintenance requests within agreed service level agreements
Work collaboratively with the wider site and operations team
Ensure all works are completed in line with Health & Safety requirements
Maintain accurate records of works completed
Identify, report, and advise on defects or additional works required
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience working as a Carpenter (essential)
Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Flexible and willing to support wider maintenance activities when required
Good communication and organisational skills
IPAF licence (desirable) or willingness to obtain
Qualifications and Experience
NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Carpentry (or equivalent) – essential
Additional maintenance or multi-skilled experience – desirable
Package and Benefits
Competitive salary of £34,000 – £38,000 per annum
360 Wellbeing platform with 24/7 GP access
Scottish Widows pension scheme (salary sacrifice)
Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme
Employee recognition schemes
Training and development opportunities
Uniform and PPE provided
Career Prospects at Acorn
Acorn is committed to developing its people for the long term.
Many of our engineers progress into senior engineering, specialist, or management roles as they grow within the business. We actively encourage skill development, increased responsibility, and career progression for individuals who show commitment, reliability, and a strong customer‑focused approach.
As our service offering and client base continue to grow, there are ongoing opportunities for overtime, role development, and exposure to a wide variety of technically interesting sites and systems.
Why Join Acorn?
A stable, well‑established company with over four decades of industry experience
A supportive, knowledgeable internal team that understands engineering roles
A strong focus on teamwork, professionalism, and safety
Genuine long‑term career progression opportunities
PPM‑led work across varied sites in the local and surrounding counties
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