Lead Engineer

CBW Staffing Solutions Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FM service provider is looking for a Lead Engineer to oversee a team within a high-profile commercial property in Central London. This role requires strong electrical and mechanical qualifications to ensure first-class maintenance and operations. The ideal candidate will manage service delivery, maintain compliance, and build professional relationships. Working hours are Monday to Friday, with the possibility of overtime. Competitive salary of £53,000 per annum offered.

Benefits

Overtime available

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Electrical qualifications (NVQ / City & Guilds Level 2 / 3 or equivalent) are essential.
• Mechanical qualifications (NVQ / City & Guilds Level 2 / 3 or equivalent) required.
• Must be multi-skilled with a strong commercial building maintenance background.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of engineers delivering maintenance services.
• Manage KPIs and SLAs alongside the Supervisor.
• Ensure building operations run smoothly and maintain relationships with occupiers.
• Attend client meetings as required.

Skills

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

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

Commercial building maintenance background

Client-facing professionalism

Education

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

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

Job description

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.