Electrical Maintenance Engineer

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Job summary

A leading maintenance provider in London is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to provide support across key commercial sites. This role offers a competitive salary of £35,000 – £40,000, Zones 1–2 Travelcard, and the opportunity for professional development. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and a proactive attitude towards maintenance work. Interested candidates can apply or send their CV to Ben Miller at CBW Staffing Solutions.

Benefits

Zones 1–2 Travelcard

Overtime opportunities

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private medical insurance after probation

Retail discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Season Ticket Loan after 6 months

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Level 2 & 3 in Electrical Installations (or equivalent).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations training.
• Previous experience in commercial building maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support across multiple commercial office sites.
• Carry out electrical and mechanical PPM and reactive maintenance.
• Manage and liaise with subcontractors for specialist services.

Skills

Electrical Installations

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Commercial building maintenance

Health & safety knowledge

Strong communication skills

Education

City & Guilds Level 2 & 3 in Electrical Installations

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Engineer (Cover / Support Engineer – Semi-Static) Location: London (City, Canary Wharf, West End)
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 + Zones 1–2 Travelcard + Overtime
Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:00

The Opportunity We’re offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join one of the fastest-growing maintenance providers in London and the South East.

As a Cover Engineer, you'll work across a portfolio of high-end commercial office buildings, stepping in during planned and unplanned absences (e.g. holidays, sickness) of site-based engineers. You'll also assist with quoted works and tenant maintenance projects. This role offers variety, autonomy, and clear progression into senior roles such as Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide engineering support across multiple commercial office sites

- Carry out both electrical and mechanical PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) and reactive maintenance

- Support tenant and project works, ensuring smooth delivery of additional services

- Manage and liaise with subcontractors for specialist services

- Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements, including:

- Fire alarms

- Emergency lighting

- Water treatment

- HVAC systems, including AHUs and FCUs

- Complete reports, logbooks, and assist with monthly compliance documentation

- Occasionally work out-of-hours or attend call-outs (where applicable)

What We're Looking For

- City & Guilds Level 2 & 3 in Electrical Installations (or equivalent)

- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

- Previous experience in commercial building maintenance

- Good understanding of health & safety and statutory compliance

- Confident, client-facing, and reliable with strong communication skills

- Willing to travel within Zones 1–2 and work semi-static across key sites

Salary & Package

- Basic Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience)

- Zones 1–2 Travelcard

- Plenty of overtime available

- 23 days annual leave + bank holidays

- Private medical insurance (after probation)

- Rewards Gateway platform (retail discounts)

- Cycle to Work Scheme

- Season Ticket Loan (after 6 months)

- raining and genuine career development opportunities (pathway to Supervisor roles and beyond)

If you're a proactive, qualified Electrical Engineer looking for a long-term career move with growth, support, and plenty of opportunity please apply or send your cv to Ben Miller at CBW staffing solutions