Electrical Shift Engineer

CBRE; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of facilities management is seeking an Electrical Shift Maintenance Engineer in Tonbridge. You will be responsible for high-quality electrical maintenance and support within a complex environment, ensuring compliance and safety. The ideal candidate will have NVQ qualifications and experience in commercial or critical electrical systems, with the ability to work effectively in a shift pattern.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Tools, uniform, and PPE provided

Access to training and development programs

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical maintenance on commercial or critical environments.
• Ability to work independently or within a shift team, delivering under pressure.
• Experience working on shift patterns, including days and nights.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical faults ensuring swift, safe resolution.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are conducted in line with health and safety standards.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Compliance testing

Health and safety knowledge

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Electrical Installation

17th or 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations

Tools

BMS systems

UPS systems

HVAC systems

Job description

Electrical Shift Maintenance Engineer

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are currently recruiting an Electrical Shift Engineer to join our dedicated team at a static site.

Working on a rotating shift pattern, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality electrical maintenance and support within a large, complex environment, ensuring critical uptime, safety, and compliance across all systems.

Shift: Week 1: 2 on, 3 off, 2 on. Week 2: 2 off, 3 on, 2 off. 12 hour shifts, 6am-6pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on all electrical systems, including lighting, emergency systems, power distribution, UPS, and control panels
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical faults, ensuring swift, safe resolution
• Assist with minor installation works and upgrades, and liaise with external contractors when required
• Perform scheduled system inspections and compliance testing, such as emergency lighting tests, fixed wire testing support, and generator checks
• Ensure all maintenance activities are conducted in line with health and safety standards, including isolation procedures and permit-to-work systems
• Accurately complete all associated paperwork, including job sheets, reports, risk assessments, and method statements
• Collaborate with other shift engineers and the site management team to address escalations and service-level agreements (SLAs)
• Monitor and report on the performance of critical plant and electrical infrastructure, escalating issues proactively
• Maintain strong communication with the client and help ensure minimal disruption to site operations

Experience Required

Essential:

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Installation, Maintenance, or Engineering
• 17th or 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance on commercial or critical environments (data centres, hospitals, offices, etc.)
• Experience working on shift patterns, including days and nights, with the ability to respond to time-sensitive or high-impact issues
• Good understanding of permit systems, H&S regulations, and safe systems of work
• Ability to work independently or within a shift team, delivering under pressure

Desirable:

• LVAP certification
• Experience with BMS systems, UPS, and generator testing
• Knowledge of HVAC and other building systems (to assist multi-skilled teams)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Tools, uniform, and PPE provided.
• Access to training, development and upskilling programs.
• Supportive team environment and career progression within a global organisation.