Lead Engineer

CBW Staffing Solutions Limited; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FM service provider is looking for a Lead Engineer in Piccadilly, London. In this pivotal role, you will manage a team to deliver top-notch maintenance services and ensure smooth operations in a high-profile property. Key requirements include electrical and mechanical qualifications, along with a strong background in commercial building maintenance. This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary and the opportunity for overtime.

Benefits

Overtime available

Qualifications

• Electrical and mechanical qualifications required.
• Experience in commercial building maintenance essential.
• Professional demeanor and client-facing capabilities critical.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team delivering maintenance and engineering services.
• Manage KPIs and SLAs with the Supervisor.
• Ensure documentation is audit-ready.
• Conduct emergency lighting and fire alarm testing.
• Maintain all statutory compliance requirements.

Skills

Electrical qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds Level 2/3 or equivalent)

Mechanical qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds Level 2/3 or equivalent)

Multi-skilled with a strong commercial building maintenance background

Client-facing, professional and presentable

Hard-working, honest and reliable

Job description

Lead Engineer – Piccadilly, London – FM Service Provider – £53,000 per annum

CBW is recruiting for a Lead Engineer to be based within a high-profile commercial property in Piccadilly, Central London. The building has recently undergone significant investment, creating a modern, premium workspace focused on efficiency, quality, and exceptional occupant experience.

As Lead Engineer, you will oversee a team of four engineers delivering first-class maintenance and engineering services across this flagship site. Working Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm, you’ll take ownership of day‑to‑day service delivery, ensure smooth building operations, and maintain strong professional relationships with occupiers.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage agreed KPIs and SLAs alongside the Supervisor
• Arrange and oversee specialist subcontractors
• Manage reports and site logbooks in partnership with the Contract Manager and Supervisor
• Ensure all documentation is current and audit‑ready
• Attend client meetings as required
• Lighting: small installations, fault‑finding, lamp replacements, etc.
• Carry out emergency lighting and fire alarm testing
• Air conditioning maintenance: AHUs / FCUs (filter changes, cleaning, basic checks)
• Monitor and adjust BMS as required (e.g., hot/cold calls)
• Maintain all statutory compliance requirements

Hours

• Monday to Friday – 40 hours per week
• 08:00 to 17:00
• Overtime available

Requirements

• Electrical qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds Level 2/3 or equivalent)
• Mechanical qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds Level 2/3 or equivalent)
• Multi‑skilled with a strong commercial building maintenance background
• Client‑facing, professional and presentable
• Hard‑working, honest and reliable

Please send your CV to Katie at CBW Staffing Solutions for more information.