Shift Leader 48K
Full Time/Permanent
Engineering, Maintenance
Facilities Management (main)
Operations
HVAC
Facilities Management (main)
Operations
HVAC
£50,000 to £74,999
£55000 per annum, Benefits: £55,000 + Training + Pension + 20 Holidays
All London
London
JO-2211-253880
16-02-2026 05:19 PM
2026-03-18
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Electrical Engineer to join a high-performing team within a mission-critical environment. This role offers hands-on exposure across electrical, mechanical, and building systems, delivering both planned and reactive maintenance to ensure safe, efficient, and resilient operations.
You will take ownership of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive tasks, work closely with the Shift Leader on system performance, and play a key role in maintaining the operational integrity of plant, equipment, and critical infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver PPM, reactive, and emergency maintenance in line with contractual requirements across electrical and mechanical systems
Monitor, maintain, and report on plant and Building Management Systems (BMS), escalating faults and anomalies promptly
Carry out routine inspections and scheduled maintenance to a high engineering standard
Proactively identify and implement preventative maintenance improvements, maintaining excellent site standards
Diagnose, repair, and maintain electrical and mechanical plant, controls, and associated equipment
Respond to Helpdesk requests, resolving reactive issues including HVAC, pumps, valves, pipework, water tanks, and related systems
Support incident management and fault response within a secure, business-critical environment
Assist with training, mentoring, and guiding colleagues on SOPs and EOPs
Maintain accurate maintenance records and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Candidate Requirements
Experience & Technical Expertise
Proven experience as an Electrical Engineer within commercial, industrial, or mission-critical environments
Strong knowledge of SFG20 PPM schedules (or equivalent) with advanced fault-finding and diagnostic capability
Competent in electrical building services PPM and reactive maintenance
Hands-on experience with:
Air Handling Units (AHUs)
Building Management Systems (BMS)
Air Conditioning systems
Heating, ventilation, and cold-water systems
Water treatment
UPS systems and emergency generators
Experience working within multi-disciplinary engineering teams across complex facilities
Strong background in M&E operations within business-critical client environments
Authorisations & Environment
HV and LV Authorised Person (AP)
Familiarity with fuelling procedures, HV generation, and control systems
Experience working in secure or critical environments
Ability to complete critical environment and scenario-based training
Desirable Qualifications
18th Edition Wiring Regulations
Completed Electrical Apprenticeship
IOSH Working Safely / Managing Safely
L8 Water Hygiene training
Knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, including PTW and RAMS
Skills & Attributes
Strong planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills
Proactive, adaptable, and achievement-focused approach
Confident communicator with strong teamwork and stakeholder engagement skills
Customer-focused with strong commercial awareness
Calm under pressure with high levels of concentration and attention to detail
Competent IT, numeracy, and reporting skills
Demonstrated experience monitoring BMS systems and managing alarm escalation
Why Join?
This role offers a challenging and rewarding career within a highly technical, mission-critical environment. You’ll benefit from ongoing professional development, opportunities to gain further authorisations, and the chance to play a key role in maintaining the resilience and reliability of complex, business-critical facilities.
If you’d like, I can also provide:
A shorter advert version for job boards
A more senior / leadership-focused version
A data centre–specific rewrite
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Electrical Engineer to join a high-performing team within a mission-critical environment. This role offers hands-on exposure across electrical, mechanical, and building systems, delivering both planned and reactive maintenance to ensure safe, efficient, and resilient operations.
You will take ownership of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive tasks, work closely with the Shift Leader on system performance, and play a key role in maintaining the operational integrity of plant, equipment, and critical infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver PPM, reactive, and emergency maintenance in line with contractual requirements across electrical and mechanical systems
Monitor, maintain, and report on plant and Building Management Systems (BMS), escalating faults and anomalies promptly
Carry out routine inspections and scheduled maintenance to a high engineering standard
Proactively identify and implement preventative maintenance improvements, maintaining excellent site standards
Diagnose, repair, and maintain electrical and mechanical plant, controls, and associated equipment
Respond to Helpdesk requests, resolving reactive issues including HVAC, pumps, valves, pipework, water tanks, and related systems
Support incident management and fault response within a secure, business-critical environment
Assist with training, mentoring, and guiding colleagues on SOPs and EOPs
Maintain accurate maintenance records and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Candidate Requirements
Experience & Technical Expertise
Proven experience as an Electrical Engineer within commercial, industrial, or mission-critical environments
Strong knowledge of SFG20 PPM schedules (or equivalent) with advanced fault-finding and diagnostic capability
Competent in electrical building services PPM and reactive maintenance
Hands-on experience with:
Air Handling Units (AHUs)
Building Management Systems (BMS)
Air Conditioning systems
Heating, ventilation, and cold-water systems
Water treatment
UPS systems and emergency generators
Experience working within multi-disciplinary engineering teams across complex facilities
Strong background in M&E operations within business-critical client environments
Authorisations & Environment
HV and LV Authorised Person (AP)
Familiarity with fuelling procedures, HV generation, and control systems
Experience working in secure or critical environments
Ability to complete critical environment and scenario-based training
Desirable Qualifications
18th Edition Wiring Regulations
Completed Electrical Apprenticeship
IOSH Working Safely / Managing Safely
L8 Water Hygiene training
Knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, including PTW and RAMS
Skills & Attributes
Strong planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills
Proactive, adaptable, and achievement-focused approach
Confident communicator with strong teamwork and stakeholder engagement skills
Customer-focused with strong commercial awareness
Calm under pressure with high levels of concentration and attention to detail
Competent IT, numeracy, and reporting skills
Demonstrated experience monitoring BMS systems and managing alarm escalation
Why Join?
This role offers a challenging and rewarding career within a highly technical, mission-critical environment. You’ll benefit from ongoing professional development, opportunities to gain further authorisations, and the chance to play a key role in maintaining the resilience and reliability of complex, business-critical facilities.
If you’d like, I can also provide:
A shorter advert version for job boards
A more senior / leadership-focused version
A data centre–specific rewrite
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