HV Shift Lead Engineer — Critical Site

PRS; Hatley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Overtime opportunities

Long-term contract

Job summary

PRS in Croydon is seeking an experienced HV Electrical Shift Lead Engineer to take ownership of electrical systems on a large critical site. You will lead on shift, manage HV/LV plant, and guide a team through routine operations and high‑pressure incidents.

The role features a continental shift pattern, a competitive base salary of £60k plus shift allowance and bonus opportunities, with overtime and long‑term contract potential on a demanding site.

Qualifications

• Electrical qualification recognised (NVQ/C&G Level 3 or equivalent).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations required.
• Experience with HV systems; Authorised Person status essential.
• Background in critical environments (data centres, healthcare, large sites).
• Experience working in a shift pattern and strong fault-finding skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead engineer on shift, overseeing all electrical operations on site.
• Operate and control HV and LV systems safely and effectively.
• Deliver and supervise planned preventive maintenance and reactive works.
• Respond to and manage critical incidents to minimise downtime.
• Monitor switchgear, UPS, generators, and power distribution.
• Ensure permit-to-work and safe operating procedures are followed.
• Provide technical support and guidance to engineers on shift.
• Maintain shift reports, logbooks and compliance documentation.
• Liaise with site management, clients and contractors as required.

Skills

HV electrical systems

Authorised Person status

Shift leadership

Fault finding

Critical environments experience

Education

NVQ / C&G Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

BMS control systems

Job description

PRS in Croydon is seeking an experienced HV Electrical Shift Lead Engineer to take ownership of electrical systems on a large critical site. You will lead on shift, manage HV/LV plant, and guide a team through routine operations and high‑pressure incidents.

The role features a continental shift pattern, a competitive base salary of £60k plus shift allowance and bonus opportunities, with overtime and long‑term contract potential on a demanding site.