SmartHire Insights: What the Last Two Months Tell Us About the BMS Jobs Market UK
Writer: Al Vickers
Published: Sep 8
Reading Time: 2 min read
The last two months have given us a crystal-clear picture of what’s happening across the BMS Jobs Market UK.
SmartHire, powered by VIGO, tracked over 50 movers in July and August — and the story they tell is one of tightening supply, shifting priorities, and clear opportunities for both employers and engineers.
The BMS Jobs Market UK — The Numbers That Matter
July 2025: 34 movers
August 2025: 25 movers
Total (last two months): 59 movers
For context: this remains well below 2024 levels, where the market averaged 40–50 movers each month.
The trend is simple:
👉 The talent pool is shrinking.
👉 Engineers are becoming more selective.
👉 Fewer people are making moves.
Where Are People Moving?
Engineering Roles Still Dominate
Commissioning Engineers, Service Engineers, and BMS Engineers remain the bulk of moves — 40%+ of all hires.
Notable engineering hires were made at:
- ABEC
- 3MSE
- E.ON
- Honeywell
Sales & Commercial Strengthening
We’re seeing growing demand for roles such as:
- Estimators
- Account Managers
- Sales Managers
Companies making hires include:
- Belimo
- Chartwell Controls
- Tridium
Leadership Shifts
Senior roles have been filled at:
- Mitie
- Tridium
- Elevate Controls
The market is rewarding leadership capability in a tight hiring environment.
Training & Development Still Driving Moves
In June, SmartHire reported that 2/3 of movers cited lack of training/development as their reason for leaving.
The past two months reinforce the trend:
- Engineers want clear growth paths
- They want mentorship, not box-ticking training
- Companies offering genuine development are winning talent
Retention is increasingly tied to real investment in people, not just salary.
What This Means for Employers
If you’re hiring:
- Waiting for the unicorn CV? You’ll be waiting longer.
- Upskilling your team? This is now your best competitive edge.
- Moving fast on offers? It’s non-negotiable in a tight market.
Those who adapt will thrive.
Those who don’t will fall behind.
What This Means for Candidates
Thinking about making a move?
Now is an ideal time:
- Competition is lower — fewer movers = more opportunities
- Employers are more flexible on salary, training and progression
- Your leverage is higher if you know your value
Final Word
The last two months confirm what SmartHire has been signalling all year:
Fewer movers.
Tighter market.
Training and progression remain the #1 motivator.
The winners — employers and candidates — will be the ones who act decisively.
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