Electrical Shift Engineer

TDA Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

TDA Group is seeking an experienced Electrical Shift Engineer to join a high‑profile commercial critical environment at Angel Court, London. You will maintain and operate critical building services on a 4-on, 4-off day shift (07:00–19:00), handling planned and reactive maintenance and ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires strong fault-finding expertise, LV distribution knowledge, and the ability to work independently within a team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a commercial building electrical environment.
• 18th Edition and NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualifications.
• Strong knowledge of LV distribution, plant and building services.
• Client-facing experience and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance across the site.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical faults safely and efficiently.
• Maintain LV distribution, switchgear and lighting systems.
• Carry out electrical isolations in line with site procedures.
• Respond to alarms, breakdowns and building services issues.
• Support planned shutdowns, testing and maintenance activities.
• Complete maintenance records and update the CAFM system.
• Work with the wider engineering team and specialist contractors.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety procedures and electrical regulations.
• Participate in the 1 week in 4 call-out rota.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Maintenance experience

Health & safety awareness

Independent working

Team collaboration

Education

18th Edition Electrical Regulations

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Electrical Shift Engineer

Location: Angel Court, Bank, London

Salary: Up to £52,500 per annum

Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off - Days, 07:00-19:00

Call-Out: 1 week in 4

Call-Out Rate: £107 per week

The Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Shift Engineer to join a high-profile commercial critical environment at Angel Court in the City of London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong Electrical Engineer looking to work within a well-established engineering team, responsible for maintaining and operating critical building services while ensuring a safe, reliable and professional environment for the client.

Working on a 4‑on, 4‑off day shift pattern (07:00-19:00), you will be responsible for planned and reactive maintenance across the building, responding to faults and ensuring all electrical systems remain operational and compliant.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across the site.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical faults efficiently and safely.
• Maintain and monitor LV electrical distribution systems, switchgear, lighting and associated equipment.
• Carry out electrical isolations and switching in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to alarms, breakdowns and building services issues.
• Support planned shutdowns, testing and maintenance activities.
• Complete maintenance records and update the CAFM system.
• Work closely with the wider engineering team and specialist contractors.
• Ensure all works are carried out in line with relevant health & safety procedures and electrical regulations.
• Assist with maintaining a high standard of compliance, documentation and engineering standards across the site.
• Participate in the 1 week in 4 call‑out rota, responding to out‑of‑hours issues when required.

About You

• The ideal candidate will have:
• Proven experience working as an Electrical Engineer within a commercial building, critical environment or similar setting.
• Strong electrical fault‑finding and maintenance experience.
• Relevant electrical qualifications, ideally 18th Edition and NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Good knowledge of LV distribution, electrical plant and building services.
• Experience working within a client‑facing environment.
• A strong understanding of health & safety and safe systems of work.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of an engineering team.
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills.
• Willingness to participate in the call‑out rota.