Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Randstad Construction & Property; City Of London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrical Shift Engineer to join an in-house maintenance team in London. You will maintain and supervise the electrical systems across a high-profile commercial office, ensuring operational efficiency. Ideal candidates should have relevant certifications and be skilled in electrical diagnostics and repairs. This role offers competitive pay and a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent NVQ.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification is required.
• Experience in electrical systems maintenance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform Planned Preventative Maintenance on electrical systems.
• Conduct fault-finding and repairs on M&E plant.
• Supervise and issue permits to contractors, ensuring safety.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault-finding diagnostics

Client-facing communication

Health and safety compliance

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Installation

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

Tools

Building Management Systems (BMS)

Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)

Air Handling Units (AHUs)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Electrical Shift Engineer

Location: City of London

Salary: 52,000 per annum + overtime

Shift Pattern: Continental Shift ( Days & Nights)

Are you a skilled and experienced Electrical Engineer looking for a role at the heart of London's prestigious financial district?

We are seeking a highly professional and technically proficient Electrical Shift Engineer to join the dedicated in-house maintenance team for a landmark high-rise commercial office space. This is a unique opportunity to work within a state-of-the-art, corporate environment where excellence is paramount.

As an Electrical Shift Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the operational efficiency of all electrical and critical systems across this iconic building. You will be the first point of contact for any M&E issues on your shift, making this a vital role in maintaining a seamless and safe environment for our high-profile tenants.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on all electrical systems in accordance with SFG20 standards.
• Conduct fault-finding, diagnostics, and repairs on a variety of M&E plant
• Single & Three-Phase Power and Lighting Systems
• Emergency Lighting Testing
• Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) and Standby Generators
• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Air Handling Units (AHUs) and Fan Coil Units (FCUs)
• Pumps, Motors, and Control Panels
• Perform statutory testing and complete all necessary documentation and logbooks.
• Supervise and issue permits to sub-contractors, ensuring they adhere to strict health and safety protocols.
• Respond effectively to any breakdowns or emergencies, working calmly under pressure to restore services.
• Maintain a professional and client-facing demeanour at all times, upholding the building\'s five-star reputation.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent NVQ).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.