Electrical Engineer in London)

PRS Recruitment Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious recruitment firm is seeking a Lead Engineer in Greater London, offering extensive benefits including training and managerial opportunities. Key responsibilities include team leadership, managing Workspace Engineering Technicians, and ensuring compliance with contract KPIs. Ideal candidates will possess Level 3 in Electrical Engineering, 18th Edition certification, and a strong familiarity with safety legislation. This role seeks a proactive leader committed to continuous improvement and client satisfaction.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Training opportunities

Rapid progression into management

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 in Electrical Engineering.
• Requirement for the 18th Edition certification is mandatory.
• Must possess L8 Domestic certification.
• Competency in cooling water systems and knowledge of Legionella regulations is essential.
• HV Authorised Person status is required.
• Understanding of Health & Safety legislation relevant to operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and foster teamwork among the engineering team.
• Manage and support Workspace Engineering Technicians.
• Translate account vision into actionable deliverables.
• Conduct coaching and performance reviews of direct reports.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and KPIs.
• Operate all building systems, including HV operations.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits for operational excellence.
• Support development of operating procedures and provide training.
• Adhere to Risk & Safety practices to avoid service interruptions.
• Coordinate and oversee vendors for workplace services.
• Identify opportunities for service improvement and enhancement.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication

Coaching & Mentoring

Continual Improvement

Education

Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

18th Edition certification

L8 Domestic certification

C&G 236 Parts 1 and 2

Job description

Our client is seeking to recruit a Lead Engineer offering a comprehensive benefits package, including training and rapid progression opportunities into management. This is a rare and excellent opportunity for career advancement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Foster an environment that encourages teamwork, cooperation, service excellence, and personal success.
• Management of Technicians: Proactively manage Workspace Engineering Technicians by setting clear objectives and providing support to achieve their goals.
• Communication: Clearly communicate the account vision and purpose, translating it into deliverables and demonstrating their contribution.
• Coaching & Mentoring: Provide coaching and mentoring to direct reports, guiding them in creating development plans and regularly reviewing their performance.
• Contract Compliance: Ensure compliance with all client contract requirements and meet or exceed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• System Operation: Operate all building systems competently, effectively, and efficiently, including HV operations where required.
• Plant & Work Inspections: Conduct regular plant inspections, work inspections, and audits to drive operational excellence across the site.
• Procedure Development: Support the creation and adoption of standard and emergency operating procedures, providing training as necessary.
• Risk & Safety: Adhere to the account’s Risk & Safety work practices to mitigate the risk of service interruptions to client operations.
• Vendor Coordination: Coordinate, manage, and oversee vendors performing a wide range of workplace-related services on-site.
• Collaboration & Improvement: Collaborate with the wider team to identify opportunities for improving technical service delivery and enhancing the workplace experience.
• Continuous Improvement: Strive for continuous improvement by identifying and implementing service enhancements and adaptations.

Requirements:

• Level 3 in Electrical Engineering
• 18th Edition certification
• L8 Domestic certification
• Competent in operating evaporative cooling water systems and familiar with Legionella regulations
• HV Authorised Person
• C&G 236 Parts 1 and 2
• Knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation relevant to safe working practices