Electrical Shift Engineer – Building Services Lead

PRS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

PRS is seeking an experienced Shift Engineer with an Electrical Bias in London. The role is based in a high-profile commercial environment and operates on a temp-to-perm basis.

You will deliver proactive facilities maintenance, lead electrical tasks, and ensure compliance while supporting a professional engineering team. Key duties include PPM and reactive maintenance, supervising subcontractors, and maintaining building services including UPS, lighting, and fire alarm systems.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical Qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in a Shift Lead or Senior Engineer position within a commercial building environment.
• Strong understanding of Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Experience with critical building services and electrical infrastructure.
• Ability to remain calm and make informed decisions under pressure.
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and client-facing abilities.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating planned works.
• Good understanding of compliance procedures, RAMS, and permit systems.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including shift patterns and call-out rotas.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and Reactive Maintenance tasks.
• Respond to emergency callouts and critical incidents.
• Ensure all plant and building services are maintained to the highest standards.
• Manage and supervise subcontractors, ensuring compliance with site procedures and health & safety requirements.
• Review and approve permits, RAMS, and contractor documentation.
• Complete maintenance records, logbooks, and compliance documentation.
• Attend client meetings and provide technical support where required.
• Conduct emergency lighting testing and associated compliance checks.
• Maintain and troubleshoot UPS systems and associated control systems.
• Carry out electrical maintenance, including lighting, power, wiring, testing, fire alarm systems, BMS interfaces, and associated building services equipment.
• Support the management of building systems including HVAC and heat exchanger equipment.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

BMS knowledge

Fault finding

Communication

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical Qualification

Tools

BMS software

Job description

PRS is seeking an experienced Shift Engineer with an Electrical Bias in London. The role is based in a high-profile commercial environment and operates on a temp-to-perm basis.

You will deliver proactive facilities maintenance, lead electrical tasks, and ensure compliance while supporting a professional engineering team. Key duties include PPM and reactive maintenance, supervising subcontractors, and maintaining building services including UPS, lighting, and fire alarm systems.