Maintenance Shift leader

Shift Lead Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Location: Central London

Salary: 63,000 + overtime

Shift Pattern: Contiential shift (days & nights)

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Shift Lead Engineer to join a global leader in Facilities Management at one of London's most technologically advanced commercial landmarks. This is a "lead from the front" position on the landlord side of the contract, where you will be the primary technical authority on shift. You will oversee a multi-disciplinary engineering team, ensuring the flawless operation of critical systems for our high-profile corporate occupiers.

The Role

As the Shift Lead Engineer, you will balance hands-on technical delivery with supervisory responsibilities. You will be responsible for the building's electrical infrastructure and critical plant, ensuring 100% operational uptime and strict statutory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor the shift engineering team, overseeing the daily allocation of PPM and reactive tasks via the CAFM system.

• HV Authorised Person (AP): Act as the site AP for High Voltage systems, taking responsibility for switching operations, safety isolations, and the management of high-risk electrical works.

• Critical Systems Oversight: Ensure the integrity of mission-critical systems including UPS, standby generators, LV distribution, and fire life safety systems.

• Fault Diagnosis: Serve as the senior technical escalation point for complex electrical and mechanical failures, implementing rapid "first-time fix" solutions.

• Safe Systems of Work (SSoW): Authorise and review RAMS, issue Permits to Work, and ensure all site activities are conducted within the highest safety standards.

• Client Engagement: Act as the primary technical contact for building management and tenants during the shift, providing professional updates on infrastructure performance and incident resolution.

• Subcontractor Governance: Oversee specialist vendors on shift, ensuring their work aligns with site-specific technical protocols and safety regulations.

What We're Looking For

We need a technically elite leader who takes pride in plant room standards and possesses the professional mindset required for an iconic corporate setting.

Technical Requirements:

• Qualifications: Minimum NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering.

• HV Qualified: Current or recent experience as a High Voltage Authorised Person (HVAP) is a mandatory requirement for this role.

• Regulations: 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).

• Experience: Proven track record in a "Shift Lead" or "Senior Engineer" role within a high-spec commercial office, banking environment, or critical infrastructure.

• Systems: Proficient in using CAFM platforms (e.g., Maximo/Concept) and BMS for performance monitoring.

Professional Attributes:

• Leadership: Natural ability to lead and motivate a technical team under pressure.

• Presentation: Polished and professional appearance suitable for a flagship corporate headquarters.

• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written skills for high-level reporting and stakeholder management.

Why Join the Team?

This role offers the chance to lead the engineering function for a world-class asset while working for a premier global FM organization.

• Competitive Package: Significant base salary with shift allowance and extensive overtime potential.

• Career Path: Clear pathways into Engineering Management and Technical Directorship roles.

• Advanced Training: Access to continuous professional development and senior management qualifications.

• Elite Environment: Work within a supportive, safety-first culture on a modern, high-tech estate.

If you are a High Voltage specialist ready to lead a critical maintenance team in the heart of London, apply today.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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