Mechanical Shift Lead Technician ( Days & Nights 12 Hour Shift Pattern)
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Full Time/Permanent
Engineering, Maintenance
£50,000 to £74,999
£50000 per annum, Benefits: 50,000 + Career progression + Training + 25 days holiday
Greater London
London Arena
JO-2307-258144-1
11-02-2026 04:42 PM
2026-03-13
Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and technically capable Lead Mechanical Technician (LMech) to oversee the safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of planned preventative and reactive maintenance within a critical environment.
This is a hands-on supervisory role that combines leadership responsibility with active involvement in day-to-day engineering operations. The successful candidate will lead on-site mechanical activities, supervise internal technicians and specialist subcontractors, participate in a shift rota, and support site leadership in maintaining high standards of safety, reliability, and technical performance across all mechanical systems.
Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership
This is a hands-on supervisory role that combines leadership responsibility with active involvement in day-to-day engineering operations. The successful candidate will lead on-site mechanical activities, supervise internal technicians and specialist subcontractors, participate in a shift rota, and support site leadership in maintaining high standards of safety, reliability, and technical performance across all mechanical systems.
Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership
- Act as Deputy to the Technical Services Supervisor (TSS) when required
- Participate in emergency escalation procedures and provide out-of-hours technical support
- Ensure strict compliance with Safe Systems of Work, including RAMS, LOTO, and Permit-to-Work processes
- Maintain required site certifications and operate as an Authorised Person (AP) where appointed
- Lead by example, promoting a strong culture of safety, professionalism, and technical excellence
- Oversee and carry out routine, reactive, and emergency maintenance across mechanical and critical infrastructure systems
- Diagnose, rectify, and escalate mechanical faults to minimise operational impact
- Coordinate maintenance activities with the Helpdesk/DigiHub and liaise with end users to ensure timely access
- Ensure all self-delivered and subcontracted works meet engineering standards and industry best practice
- Support minor projects, plant upgrades, and asset replacement activities
- Allocate internal and subcontractor resources effectively to meet service levels and operational deadlines
- Foster a team culture focused on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement
- Build strong working relationships with clients, engineers, and external suppliers
- Mentor technicians and apprentices, supporting skills development and performance improvement
- Provide regular operational updates to the Technical Services Supervisor, highlighting progress, risks, and resource requirements
- Ensure all maintenance activities are accurately recorded within the CMMS
- Maintain full compliance with statutory regulations, site procedures, and internal engineering standards
- Complete mandatory training and ensure technical competencies remain current
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
- Authorised Person (AP) certification (desirable)
- Minimum 5 years’ hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance
- Experience working within a critical or high-reliability environment (highly desirable)
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic capability across mechanical systems
- Sound knowledge of engineering standards, statutory compliance, and industry best practice
- Competent with Microsoft Office applications
- Experience using CMMS platforms for asset management and task tracking
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong commitment to health & safety, operational excellence, and continuous professional development
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