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CMS Academy

About CMS Academy

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CMS Academy is a flagship training and development facility at CMS’ Gateshead headquarters, launched to mark the company’s 25th anniversary. With a £2 million investment and 20,000 sq. ft. of purpose-built space, the Academy is designed to develop the next generation of skilled engineers, combining practical technical training with professional values. 

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Training and Apprenticeships

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Each year, the Academy trains over 200 engineers and supports 50+ apprentices, providing structured career pathways and professional development opportunities. Engineers gain hands-on experience with industry-leading technology from manufacturers such as Baxi, Belimo, Grundfos, and Schwank, ensuring they are fully prepared to work on modern commercial building projects.

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Skills and Capability

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Graduates of the CMS Academy receive a “kitemark of capability,” recognised for excellence in quality, safety, efficiency, and customer service. The Academy addresses the UK’s engineering skills shortage by equipping engineers with the technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and professional standards demanded by the sector.

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Innovation and Industry Leadership

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The Academy represents CMS’ commitment to innovation, high standards, and long-term sustainability in the engineering workforce. It supports the company’s ambition to expand nationally while maintaining the quality of service CMS is known for. By combining cutting-edge equipment, expert-led training, and a focus on professional excellence, the CMS Academy sets a benchmark for commercial maintenance and engineering education in the UK.

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The CMS Academy will be instrumental in developing the next generation of skilled engineers—enabling us to maintain the exceptional service our customers expect while directly addressing the industry’s skills shortage. It’s a forward-thinking approach that will carry CMS confidently into the next 25 years.

Nic Smith, Operations Director

Our Story
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Find out more about the clients we have worked with over the past 20 years as a nationwide facilities maintenance provider.

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CMS' technical support team and engineers are always on hand and are extremely responsive, getting to even the most remote homes well within their SLA.

Care Home Manager, Four Seasons Health Care

I oversee the everyday compliance for 156 John Lewis and Waitrose stores . CMS have been faultless. They attend site on the days agreed and get the work done in a professional manner.

Compliance Co-ordinater, CBRE

CMS always provide a proactive approach towards technical solutions whilst working in line with the MOD Safe System of Work.

Operations Manager, RAF Boulmer

Memberships & Accreditations

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Contact our team

To speak with a facilities maintenance specialist or request a quote, please send us your contact details and a member of our team will respond to you within the next working day (Mon-Fri 8am-5pm). If your enquiry is urgent please call our 24 hour call centre on 0330 1748 200