Electrical Shift Engineer

inploi; Wembley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent engineering firm in Wembley is looking for a Shift Technician (Electrical Bias) to ensure the smooth operation of a high-profile venue. You will perform maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems and support event-day operations. Candidates must have a Level 3 electrical qualification and experience in similar environments. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Pension with employer contribution

Flexible benefits including Gym Membership

Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in large venues or commercial buildings.
• Good understanding of BMS, emergency lighting, HVAC systems.
• Willingness to work continental shifts and busy overtime.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on systems.
• Respond to equipment failures to minimize downtime.
• Support event-day operations to ensure reliability.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

BMS systems

HVAC systems

Proactive approach

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Installation

18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations

City & Guilds Inspection & Testing (desirable)

Job description

Overview

Shift Technician (Electrical Bias) – Wembley

Salary £45,000 – £48,000, regular overtime opportunities, private healthcare and flexible benefits. Continental Shift Pattern (Days & Nights).

Are you an experienced maintenance professional with an electrical background looking to work at one of the UK’s most iconic and dynamic venues?

This is your chance to join a high-profile stadium that hosts world-class sporting and entertainment events — a landmark site in North West London that operates 24/7. You’ll be working as part of a supportive, professional engineering team, maintaining complex systems and helping ensure the smooth operation of one of the most recognised venues in the country.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Respond effectively to equipment failures and emergencies to minimise downtime.
• Perform plant and BMS checks, logging issues and escalating as needed.
• Support event-day operations and readiness, ensuring systems operate reliably.
• Assist with energy-saving initiatives and system optimisation.
• Coordinate with specialist subcontractors and internal teams to maintain high standards of safety and service.
• Identify opportunities for system improvements and additional works.

What You’ll Need

• NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations qualification.
• City & Guilds Inspection & Testing qualification (desirable).
• Proven experience in a similar environment (e.g. large venues, commercial buildings, or critical systems).
• Good understanding of BMS, emergency lighting, HVAC systems, and electrical fault-finding.
• Flexible and proactive approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A willingness to work continental shifts and participate in a busy overtime rota.

Benefits

• Pension with a leading provider and employer contribution
• 22 Days Holiday
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice)
• Flexible benefits to choose from inc: Dental Insurance, Gym Membership, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes.

Next Steps

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

About Us

We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.