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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
03-03-2026 05:10 PM
2026-04-02
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Electrical Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team within a mission-critical environment.
This hands-on role provides 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, working closely with the Shift Leader to maintain system performance and safeguard the operational integrity of plant, equipment, and critical infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Operations
Deliver PPM, reactive, and emergency maintenance across electrical and mechanical systems in line with contractual requirements
Monitor, maintain, and report on plant systems and Building Management Systems (BMS), escalating faults and anomalies promptly
Conduct routine inspections and scheduled maintenance to a high engineering standard
Diagnose, repair, and maintain electrical and mechanical plant, controls, and associated equipment
Respond to Helpdesk requests and resolve reactive issues, including HVAC systems, pumps, valves, pipework, water tanks, and related infrastructure
Proactively identify and implement preventative maintenance improvements, maintaining excellent site standards
Support incident management and fault response within secure, business-critical environments
Assist in 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 understanding of SFG20 PPM schedules (or equivalent) with advanced fault-finding and diagnostic capability
Hands-on experience with:
Air Handling Units (AHUs)
Building Management Systems (BMS)
Air Conditioning systems
Heating, ventilation, and cold-water systems
Water treatment systems
UPS systems and emergency generators
Experience working within multi-disciplinary engineering teams in complex facilities
Strong background in M&E operations within business-critical client environments
Authorisations & Environment
HV and LV Authorised Person (AP) status
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 or Managing Safely
L8 Water Hygiene training
Knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, including Permit to Work (PTW) and RAMS
Skills & Attributes
Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills
Proactive, adaptable, and results-focused approach
Confident communicator with strong teamwork and stakeholder engagement capability
Customer-focused with sound commercial awareness
Calm under pressure with excellent attention to detail
Competent in IT systems, numeracy, and technical reporting
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 will 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.
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Electrical Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team within a mission-critical environment.
This hands-on role provides 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, working closely with the Shift Leader to maintain system performance and safeguard the operational integrity of plant, equipment, and critical infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Operations
Deliver PPM, reactive, and emergency maintenance across electrical and mechanical systems in line with contractual requirements
Monitor, maintain, and report on plant systems and Building Management Systems (BMS), escalating faults and anomalies promptly
Conduct routine inspections and scheduled maintenance to a high engineering standard
Diagnose, repair, and maintain electrical and mechanical plant, controls, and associated equipment
Respond to Helpdesk requests and resolve reactive issues, including HVAC systems, pumps, valves, pipework, water tanks, and related infrastructure
Proactively identify and implement preventative maintenance improvements, maintaining excellent site standards
Support incident management and fault response within secure, business-critical environments
Assist in 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 understanding of SFG20 PPM schedules (or equivalent) with advanced fault-finding and diagnostic capability
Hands-on experience with:
Air Handling Units (AHUs)
Building Management Systems (BMS)
Air Conditioning systems
Heating, ventilation, and cold-water systems
Water treatment systems
UPS systems and emergency generators
Experience working within multi-disciplinary engineering teams in complex facilities
Strong background in M&E operations within business-critical client environments
Authorisations & Environment
HV and LV Authorised Person (AP) status
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 or Managing Safely
L8 Water Hygiene training
Knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, including Permit to Work (PTW) and RAMS
Skills & Attributes
Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills
Proactive, adaptable, and results-focused approach
Confident communicator with strong teamwork and stakeholder engagement capability
Customer-focused with sound commercial awareness
Calm under pressure with excellent attention to detail
Competent in IT systems, numeracy, and technical reporting
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 will 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.
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