Lead Engineer

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing retrofit contractor is seeking a Lead Engineer in London. In this role, you will lead on gas and electrical works for domestic retrofit projects, ensuring quality and safety standards. Ideal candidates are dual-skilled, gas-safe registered, with relevant qualifications. This position presents a unique opportunity to shape and grow the engineering team as the company expands.

Benefits

Company Van

28 Days Holiday

Pension

Overtime

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Electrician with strong domestic experience.
• Gas Safe registered with solid heating and boiler knowledge.
• Confident leading on installations and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical and gas works across domestic retrofit projects.
• Install, test and maintain heating, wiring, ventilation and PV systems.
• Carry out inspections, risk assessments and compliance checks.

Skills

Gas & Electrical Engineering

Installation & Maintenance

Organised & Proactive

Solar PV Knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 Electrician

NVQ Level 2 Qualified

Job description

Lead Engineer

Gas & Electrical

London

£65,000 - £70,000 + Company Van + 28 Days Holiday (Incl. Bank Holidays) + Pension + Overtime (TBC)

Are you a dual-skilled Gas & Electrical Engineer looking to step into a genuine lead position with progression to Team Leader, Technical Lead or even Technical Director?

Do you want to join a fast-growing business where you'll be the first in-house engineer and play a huge part in building something great from the ground up?

This growing retrofit contractor delivers large-scale decarbonisation and energy efficiency projects across the UK, working closely with major energy companies and government-backed schemes. With rapid expansion ahead, they are hiring their first Lead Engineer to bring gas and electrical capability in-house and help shape the future engineering function.

You'll be a dual-skilled engineer with strong electrical experience, NVQ Level 2 qualified and Gas Safe registered. Confident working independently, you'll take the lead on technical decisions, quality and safety across domestic retrofit projects. Experience with Solar PV or smart heating controls is a bonus, and you'll bring a proactive, organised approach with the ambition to help shape and grow the future engineering function.

You'll work independently across residential retrofit sites in London and the West Midlands, setting off from home each day. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership, set standards and build a team around you as the company continues to scale.

The Person:

• NVQ Level 3 Electrician with strong domestic experience
• Gas Safe registered with solid heating and boiler knowledge
• Confident leading on installations and quality standards
• Experience with Solar PV or smart heating controls is a plus
• Organised, proactive, and comfortable working independently

The Role:

• Lead electrical and gas works across domestic retrofit projects
• Install, test and maintain heating, wiring, ventilation and PV systems
• Carry out inspections, risk assessments and compliance checks
• Coordinate with project managers and retrofit teams on delivery
• Shape engineering processes and support future team growth

Reference Number: 265259

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Maleek Randley at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.