AP Shift Engineer

EMCOR UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Manchester is seeking an AP shift engineer to supervise M&E building services in a critical environment. Responsibilities include managing subcontractor compliance, ensuring safety, and providing technical support. Candidates must have recognized qualifications in Mechanical/Electrical/HVAC systems, strong communication, and problem-solving skills. The position involves a rotating shift pattern with diverse benefits and a commitment to inclusivity in the workplace.

Benefits

Industry leading maternity & paternity policies

Refer a friend scheme – worth £500 per referral

Extensive learning & development opportunities

Discount shopping, gym, mobile, and family activities

Bike To Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experienced in managing subcontractors and handling critical plant breakdowns.
• Knowledgeable in HVAC, BMS, UPS systems, and fire systems.
• Understanding of health and safety policies, with IOSH/NEBOSH preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance and first line support activities.
• Manage contractors and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Provide technical support and mentoring to engineering team.

Skills

Technical support

Subcontractor management

HVAC systems knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Recognized Mechanical/Electrical/HVAC qualifications

Fully qualified electrical C&G 2360 parts 1 and 2

Testing and inspection 2391 or similar

C&G 18th Edition

Job description

Job Purpose :

An AP shift engineer is required to supervise the provision of M&E Building services, incorporating maintenance, small works projects and contractor management at a highly critical TV broadcasting TIER 1 facility. Duties :

Operational duties includes and not limited to :

• Provide first line technical support
• Manage subcontractor inductions and review / check their competencies.
• Review and approved subcontractor RAMS
• Manage contractors during planned and reactive maintenance tasks to ensure H&S compliance and works completion to an acceptable standard
• Ensure all assigned maintenance activities are carried out effectively, efficiently and safely.
• Complete all assigned maintenance and reactive tasks to ensure KPI and SLA’s are met
• Provide technical and hands on support and mentoring for the engineering team
• Operate and maintain advanced plant systems and equipment
• Respond to BMS critical alerts and troubleshoot issues
• Maintain accurate compliance records and documentation
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations

Authorised HV / LV Person duties incudes and not limited to :

• Complete HV Systems checks to HV SS’s, BTU’s and HV generation
• Complete safety programs for electrical systems
• Issue electrical permit to work
• Safe isolation of complex electrical systems
• Maintain accurate records and documentation

Responsibilities :

As the authorised person on shift, you will have no direct reports however you will be responsible for the following :

• The full estates’ engineering during evenings and weekends
• Managing subcontractors
• All critical plant and breakdowns
• Be the most technical person on site OOH and relied on for making informative and critical decisions with regards to health and safety and plant breakdowns

About the role

• Recognized Mechanical / Electrical / HVAC qualifications and apprenticeships C&G, HNC / HND etc.
• Fully qualified electrical C&G 2360 parts 1 and 2
• Testing and inspection 2391 or similar
• C&G 18th Edition
• Proven experience in a similar engineering or technical role with experience in managing a shift.
• Sound working knowledge of HVAC Plant, BMS, motors, pumps, fire systems, UPS’s, generators, emergency lighting, lighting controls CASAMBI, DALI
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Understanding of H&S policies and procedures, IOSH / NEBOSH preferred
• Strong IT skills
• Strong communicator and decision maker
• Confident in a corporate environment
• Good leadership skills
• Must be willing to do overtime and flexible and able to cover / swop shifts when the business requires

Other Factors :

Static shift role 6am – 6pm rotating days and nights on a 4 on 4 off rotation.

At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving.

We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices.

Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed.

Join us in building a better world at work.

EMCOR UK benefits

• Industry leading maternity & paternity policies
• Refer a friend scheme – worth £500 per referral
• GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail / dining
• Extensive learning & developmentopportunities, including opportunities for progression
• Discount shopping, gym, mobile, family activities, insurance, dining experiences, car leasing and breakdown cover
• Bike To Work Scheme
• Health cash plan - Benefits covered include optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing
• Dental scheme
• Access to health assessments
• Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal andFinancialqueries