Do I need one specific trade to apply as a general subcontractor?

No single trade is required. List the work you are competent and qualified to carry out; the network only offers jobs that match what you have evidenced.

Is this a job with Ape BMS Controls?

No. Applications go to the separate UK Gas Plumbers partner network. Ape BMS Controls continues to deliver its own BMS and controls services to customers.

Use the apply button, which opens https://app.ukgasplumbers.com. You will be asked for your trades, qualifications, insurance and the areas you cover.

Is work guaranteed once I am accepted?

No. Being accepted does not guarantee any number of jobs or any income. Work is offered when a client request matches your trade, availability and area, and you can decline it.

What evidence should I have ready for general building services work?

Typically: Trade qualifications relevant to the tasks you accept; Public liability insurance in your own name; Ability to supply photos and job notes after each attendance. Only list qualifications you actually hold — they are checked.

General & maintenance · UK Gas Plumbers partner network

Building Services Subcontractors Wanted

Multi-skilled building services engineers who can pick up mixed reactive and planned tasks — from small mechanical repairs to first-fix support on larger jobs.

Apply for general building services work

Typical general building services scope

If you are looking for general building services subcontract work, these are the kinds of tasks partner clients typically request. Not every task suits every engineer — you choose what you accept.

Reactive call-outs across mixed commercial and residential sites
Planned maintenance visits alongside specialist trades
Labour support on installation and refurbishment projects

What to have ready when you apply

Trade qualifications relevant to the tasks you accept
Public liability insurance in your own name
Ability to supply photos and job notes after each attendance
Proof of identity, right to work in the UK and your trading details

This is a general guide, not a full or official list. The network confirms what it needs for each trade during the application.

Coverage and local context

Ape BMS Controls' own building controls engineers work across London and the Home Counties — including London, Folkestone, Chichester, Watford and Bedford. That is our customer coverage, not a promise of general building services work in those towns. When you apply, you tell the UK Gas Plumbers network which areas you can travel to, and it only offers jobs inside them.

General Building Services subcontractor FAQs

Do I need one specific trade to apply as a general subcontractor?: No single trade is required. List the work you are competent and qualified to carry out; the network only offers jobs that match what you have evidenced.
Is this a job with Ape BMS Controls?: No. Applications go to the separate UK Gas Plumbers partner network. Ape BMS Controls continues to deliver its own BMS and controls services to customers.
How do I apply?: Use the apply button, which opens https://app.ukgasplumbers.com. You will be asked for your trades, qualifications, insurance and the areas you cover.
Is work guaranteed once I am accepted?: No. Being accepted does not guarantee any number of jobs or any income. Work is offered when a client request matches your trade, availability and area, and you can decline it.
What evidence should I have ready for general building services work?: Typically: Trade qualifications relevant to the tasks you accept; Public liability insurance in your own name; Ability to supply photos and job notes after each attendance. Only list qualifications you actually hold — they are checked.