Critical M & E Shift Engineer (Days & Nights 12 Hour Shift Pattern)
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Full Time/Permanent
Engineering, Maintenance
£50,000 to £74,999
£55000 per annum, Benefits: 55K -Benefits: Career Progression, Training Opportunities, Continental Shift Pattern
London City
West Central London
JO-2308-258501-1
12-01-2026 05:28 PM
2026-02-11
Join a Forward-Thinking Engineering Team Are you ready to join a progressive employer that challenges industry norms and invests in its people? Our client is seeking a committed and technically capable Shift Engineer to become a key member of their dynamic and forward-thinking engineering team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who thrives in fast-paced, mission-critical environments and is driven by continuous improvement, learning, and professional growth.
Role Overview As a Shift Engineer, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient operation, maintenance, and fault resolution of a wide range of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems. Your primary objective will be to ensure 100% system uptime through proactive maintenance, robust change control, and rapid incident response.
You will also play a key role in coordinating subcontractors, overseeing planned preventative maintenance, and supporting the delivery of a resilient, compliant, and high-performing engineering service.
Key Responsibilities
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who thrives in fast-paced, mission-critical environments and is driven by continuous improvement, learning, and professional growth.
Role Overview As a Shift Engineer, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient operation, maintenance, and fault resolution of a wide range of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems. Your primary objective will be to ensure 100% system uptime through proactive maintenance, robust change control, and rapid incident response.
You will also play a key role in coordinating subcontractors, overseeing planned preventative maintenance, and supporting the delivery of a resilient, compliant, and high-performing engineering service.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate, monitor, and maintain all electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems.
- Continuously monitor, log, and troubleshoot plant and equipment, resolving incidents efficiently.
- Manage and support critical building systems, including:
- Low and medium voltage electrical systems
- Mechanical plant and HVAC systems
- UPS and generator systems
- Fire detection and suppression systems
- Domestic and chilled water systems
- Carry out authorised low and high voltage switching operations in line with safety procedures.
- Utilise and interpret data from BMS (Building Management System), PMS (Power Monitoring System), and CMS (Control & Monitoring System).
- Support and oversee the delivery of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programmes.
- Coordinate subcontracted engineers, ensuring all works meet safety, quality, and compliance standards.
- Adhere to operational and change management processes, using service desk and ticketing systems to manage tasks and incidents.
- Completed engineering apprenticeship or equivalent technical training.
- HND (or equivalent) in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (preferred).
- Experience working in high-pressure, mission-critical environments such as data centres or critical facilities.
- Industry-recognised certifications (e.g. NCC, REC, or equivalent).
- Strong working knowledge of:
- Low and medium voltage electrical systems
- HVAC systems and mechanical plant
- Electrical safety regulations and best practice
- Strong problem-solving skills, with experience in Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
- Familiarity with structured change management environments.
- High attention to detail with a strong commitment to safety and compliance.
- Clear, confident communicator with strong teamwork skills.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and calm under pressure.
- Experience using BMS systems and CAFM/PPM platforms.
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