Electrical Shift Leader
Full Time/Permanent
Engineering, Maintenance
£50,000 to £74,999
£55000 per annum, Benefits: Career Progression + Training + Benefits + Pensiion + 25 Days Holiday
East of England
Cambridge
JO-2307-258145-3
10-03-2026 04:38 PM
2026-04-09
Position Overview
The Shift Leader – Engineering Services is responsible for delivering comprehensive engineering support to ensure all operational building assets are maintained to the highest standards.
This role requires strong technical knowledge of building services systems, effective contingency planning, and strict adherence to Health & Safety legislation and industry best practices.
As the on-site coordination lead, the Shift Leader supervises the engineering team, Specialist Service Providers (SSPs), and contractors, ensuring all activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and professionally.
Key Responsibilities
Operational & Engineering Control
Maintain maximum uptime across all critical systems in line with operational requirements
Operate, monitor, and fault-find across building services systems
Supervise and coordinate Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance
Allocate and manage engineering tasks through the site maintenance management system
Maintain accurate plant records, asset registers, and maintenance documentation
Inspect completed works prior to permit closure and job sign-off
Deliver comprehensive shift handovers covering plant status, isolations, ongoing works, and site updates
Provide sickness and holiday cover for opposite shift personnel when required
Permit to Work & Compliance
Manage and administer the Permit to Work (PTW) system and associated Safe Systems of Work
Review and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) prior to work commencement
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation, site procedures, and company policies
Coordinate permit approvals, monitoring, and closures, escalating issues where necessary
Produce end-of-business reports covering open permits and compliance matters
Conduct contractor site inductions and maintain accurate compliance documentation
Ensure service providers operate in line with contractual Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
Specialist Service Provider Management
Coordinate and oversee specialist service provider visits and planned maintenance activities
Confirm approved SOPs, RAMS, and PTWs are in place before work begins
Inspect and verify the quality of completed works prior to documentation sign-off
Escalate technical recommendations, performance concerns, or compliance issues to management
Monitor contractor activities to ensure safe and compliant working practices at all times
Quality Assurance & Housekeeping
Maintain quality assurance procedures for tools, ladders, PPE, lifting equipment, and access systems
Ensure inspection records are accurate, up to date, and audit-ready
Monitor plant rooms and critical infrastructure areas for cleanliness and operational integrity
Maintain workshops, storage areas, rest facilities, and plant spaces to a professional standard
Projects & Site Works
Oversee small-scale engineering projects including moves, changes, and refurbishments
Liaise with approved contractors and suppliers to ensure safe and compliant project delivery
Support operational changes within front-of-house and shared building areas as required
Systems & Equipment Responsibility
Operational knowledge and fault-finding across:
Building Management Systems (BMS)
Lighting control systems
Air conditioning systems, including chilled beams and FCUs
Variable speed Air Handling Units (AHUs)
Boilers and heating systems
Single and three-phase motors
UPS systems and associated controls
Emergency lighting systems
Generators and static switches
Water treatment systems
Refrigeration systems
Personal Attributes & Qualifications
Essential
Minimum 10 years’ experience within the Building Services industry
City & Guilds Parts 1 & 2 (2360) or equivalent electrical qualification
18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
Strong technical knowledge across electrical and mechanical building services systems
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and coordinate a technical team
Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement
Proactive, quality-driven approach to engineering operations
Good IT literacy and reporting capability
Physically fit and able to meet operational site demands
Professional, reliable, and punctual with high standards of integrity
Ability to interpret and act upon written and verbal instructions
Willingness to undertake further technical or leadership training
Desirable
City & Guilds 2391 Test & Inspection qualification
Candidates with strong leadership capability but partial technical experience may still be considered. Structured training and professional development will be provided as appropriate
The Shift Leader – Engineering Services is responsible for delivering comprehensive engineering support to ensure all operational building assets are maintained to the highest standards.
This role requires strong technical knowledge of building services systems, effective contingency planning, and strict adherence to Health & Safety legislation and industry best practices.
As the on-site coordination lead, the Shift Leader supervises the engineering team, Specialist Service Providers (SSPs), and contractors, ensuring all activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and professionally.
Key Responsibilities
Operational & Engineering Control
Maintain maximum uptime across all critical systems in line with operational requirements
Operate, monitor, and fault-find across building services systems
Supervise and coordinate Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance
Allocate and manage engineering tasks through the site maintenance management system
Maintain accurate plant records, asset registers, and maintenance documentation
Inspect completed works prior to permit closure and job sign-off
Deliver comprehensive shift handovers covering plant status, isolations, ongoing works, and site updates
Provide sickness and holiday cover for opposite shift personnel when required
Permit to Work & Compliance
Manage and administer the Permit to Work (PTW) system and associated Safe Systems of Work
Review and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) prior to work commencement
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation, site procedures, and company policies
Coordinate permit approvals, monitoring, and closures, escalating issues where necessary
Produce end-of-business reports covering open permits and compliance matters
Conduct contractor site inductions and maintain accurate compliance documentation
Ensure service providers operate in line with contractual Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
Specialist Service Provider Management
Coordinate and oversee specialist service provider visits and planned maintenance activities
Confirm approved SOPs, RAMS, and PTWs are in place before work begins
Inspect and verify the quality of completed works prior to documentation sign-off
Escalate technical recommendations, performance concerns, or compliance issues to management
Monitor contractor activities to ensure safe and compliant working practices at all times
Quality Assurance & Housekeeping
Maintain quality assurance procedures for tools, ladders, PPE, lifting equipment, and access systems
Ensure inspection records are accurate, up to date, and audit-ready
Monitor plant rooms and critical infrastructure areas for cleanliness and operational integrity
Maintain workshops, storage areas, rest facilities, and plant spaces to a professional standard
Projects & Site Works
Oversee small-scale engineering projects including moves, changes, and refurbishments
Liaise with approved contractors and suppliers to ensure safe and compliant project delivery
Support operational changes within front-of-house and shared building areas as required
Systems & Equipment Responsibility
Operational knowledge and fault-finding across:
Building Management Systems (BMS)
Lighting control systems
Air conditioning systems, including chilled beams and FCUs
Variable speed Air Handling Units (AHUs)
Boilers and heating systems
Single and three-phase motors
UPS systems and associated controls
Emergency lighting systems
Generators and static switches
Water treatment systems
Refrigeration systems
Personal Attributes & Qualifications
Essential
Minimum 10 years’ experience within the Building Services industry
City & Guilds Parts 1 & 2 (2360) or equivalent electrical qualification
18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
Strong technical knowledge across electrical and mechanical building services systems
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and coordinate a technical team
Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement
Proactive, quality-driven approach to engineering operations
Good IT literacy and reporting capability
Physically fit and able to meet operational site demands
Professional, reliable, and punctual with high standards of integrity
Ability to interpret and act upon written and verbal instructions
Willingness to undertake further technical or leadership training
Desirable
City & Guilds 2391 Test & Inspection qualification
Candidates with strong leadership capability but partial technical experience may still be considered. Structured training and professional development will be provided as appropriate
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