Electrical & Mechanical Shift Engineer

Invictus Group; Watford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Watford is seeking Electrical & Mechanical Shift Engineers to maintain critical systems in a high-end estate. The role involves planned maintenance, resolving issues, and compliance documentation. Candidates should have a recognized qualification in Electrical or Mechanical engineering, proven maintenance experience, and the ability to work in a team. Excellent benefits include private medical insurance and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee rewards and discounts

Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Staff Loan Scheme

Ongoing Training & Career Progression

Qualifications

• Time-served Electrical or Mechanical background.
• Proven experience in commercial building maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on building services equipment.
• Resolve reactive maintenance issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate site records and compliance documentation.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Health & safety compliance

Teamwork

Flexibility for shifts

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ or equivalent

18th Edition (Electrical roles only)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Electrical & Mechanical Shift Engineers (x4). Location: Watford. Salary: £50,000 - £52,000 per annum (basic). Shifts: 4 on 4 off - Days & Nights (7am - 7pm / 7pm - 7am). Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time.

We are currently recruiting for:

• 2 x Electrical Shift Engineers
• 2 x Mechanical Shift Engineers

About the Role

We have an excellent opportunity for experienced and dedicated Shift Engineers (Electrical & Mechanical) to join a prestigious estate in Watford, housing high-end corporate and commercial office space.

Working as part of a 4-person shift team covering a 24/7 rota, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and operation of M&E systems across the estate. This is a critical role supporting the day-to-day functionality of the site, ensuring a safe, compliant, and optimally maintained environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on building services equipment
• Responding to and resolving reactive maintenance issues promptly
• Supporting quoted and out-of-hours works where required
• Assisting in building shutdowns and critical maintenance activities
• Maintaining accurate site records, logs, and compliance documentation
• Working collaboratively with other engineers and onsite facilities teams

Requirements

• Time-served Electrical or Mechanical background (City & Guilds/NVQ or equivalent)
• 18th Edition (Electrical roles only)
• Proven experience in commercial building maintenance or estates engineering
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong understanding of health & safety and compliance requirements
• Flexibility to support occasional out-of-hours works and shutdowns

Shift Pattern & Leave

• 4 on 4 off rotating days and nights
• 12-hour shifts (7am-7pm / 7pm-7am)
• 20 shifts annual leave

Benefits (Following Successful Probation)

• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Perkbox - employee rewards and discounts platform
• Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme
• Vitality Private Medical Insurance (includes dental, optical & audio)
• Life Insurance (2x Salary)
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• 0% Staff Loan Scheme
• Ongoing Training & Career Progression Opportunities

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable and progressive estate, offering excellent working conditions, a supportive team environment, and long-term development. If you're a skilled and reliable engineer looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.