Critical Services Technician

CBRE, Inc.; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of integrated facilities is seeking a Critical Services Technician in London. In this role, you will resolve daily work orders, maintain safety compliance, and collaborate with team members. The position requires a minimum City & Guilds in Electrical and excellent communication skills. This role has a continental shift pattern and offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in critical environments.

Qualifications

• Good technical & faultfinding skills.
• Educated to a minimum of City & Guilds in Electrical (or HNC).
• Computer literate and able to use Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Resolve and complete day-to-day work orders to meet targets.
• Maintain log of work completed and outstanding items.
• Participate in critical services training program.

Skills

Technical & faultfinding skills

Excellent administrative skills

Communication skills

Procedure writing

Education

City & Guilds in Electrical (or HNC)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

BMS systems

Job description

As a CBRE Critical Services Technician, you will resolve and complete day-to-day work orders to meet customer satisfaction targets and ensure completion in the time frame required. This job is part of the Critical and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for technical maintenance services in critical client environments. Please Note: This is a continental shift pattern (a mix of days/nights).

Role Responsibilities

• Qualify and act as an appointed Authorized Person (AP) within 6 months from onboarding.
• Maintain an up-to-date log of work completed and outstanding items through the in-house system.
• Ensure that all contractors and staff comply with all company, client safety, and security requirements.
• Participate in the critical services training program.
• Ensure effective communication with the client and management team is maintained.
• Operate as a team with other technicians by sharing expertise and experience to help resolve operational problems.
• Provide holiday, training & sickness cover for other members of the shift team.
• Track and complete Critical Services Planned Preventative Maintenance and provide condition assessments of plant and equipment.
• Log and action all out-of-line situations with incident reports.
• Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having a limited opportunity to exercise discretion.
• Impact through clearly defined duties, methods, and tasks are described in detail.
• Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.

Essential Qualifications

• Good technical & faultfinding skills
• Educated to a minimum of City & Guilds in Electrical (or HNC)
• Excellent administrative skills
• Computer literate
• Highly conversant in Microsoft Office suite
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Procedure writing

Desirable Qualifications

• Apprenticeship (or equivalent programme in Electrical / Mechanical Installation).
• Report writing

Knowledge

• Essential
  • Excellent knowledge of the operation of Mechanical & Electrical Services
  • Ability to interrogate and operate BMS systems
  • Knowledge of business-critical services i.e., UPS, Generators and Comms Rooms etc
• Desirable
  • 18th Edition IEE regs
  • HV Trained

Aptitude

• Must be able to work under own initiative.
• High level of personal integrity.
• Takes ownership of issues and ensures completion.
• Able to organise and manage own workload.
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written) to all seniority levels.
• Understanding of customer needs and standards.
• Presentable and smart always.
• Self‑motivated with drive to exceptional service.
• Incumbents must have a high level of energy, confident and stable in manner.
• Organised, able to prioritise and deliver within high‑pressure, business‑critical environments.
• Committed to the delivery of excellent customer service.
• Able to work under pressure whilst remaining calm and focused.
• Able to make sound decisions based on fact and experience.
• Working with team members

Circumstances

• Required to work 0800-1700, Mon - Fri
• Provide out of hours accessibility as part of escalation procedure.
• Must be flexible regarding working hours.

Core Competencies

• Exceptional customer focus
• Good understanding of customer requirements
• Able to build enduring relationships.
• High level of responsiveness
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical
• Personal drive for results
• Works to exceed goals, expectations, and standards

Company Overview

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Critical Services Shift Technician to join the team in London.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward‑thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values – respect, integrity, service and excellence – and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Equal Opportunity

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)