Lead Engineer

CBW Staffing Solutions Ltd; West End; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

25 days annual leave

Overtime

Job summary

CBW Staffing Solutions Ltd is seeking a hands-on Lead Engineer for a premier FM service provider in the West End, London. You will own the day-to-day engineering operations, lead one on-site engineer, and drive a robust PPM programme while maintaining strong client relationships.

This role offers clear progression within the contract and wider business for an ambitious engineer with a solid multi-skilled background in building services and a professional on-site presence.

Qualifications

• Electrical or mechanical qualification required (NVQ / City & Guilds L2-L3 or equivalent).
• Strong commercial building maintenance experience and multi-skilled across M&E services.
• Previous Lead Engineer or senior engineering experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of day-to-day engineering and maintenance operations on site.
• Manage and support one engineer, ensuring high-quality workmanship.
• Deliver a robust Planned Preventative Maintenance programme.
• Manage KPIs and SLAs with the Supervisor.
• Coordinate and oversee specialist subcontractors.
• Maintain site reports, logbooks and documentation with Contract Manager.
• Ensure documentation is current, compliant and audit-ready.
• Attend client meetings and build relationships with stakeholders.
• Carry out electrical maintenance including lighting, fault-finding and lamp replacements.
• Complete emergency lighting and fire alarm testing.
• Carry out basic air conditioning maintenance on AHUs/FCUs.
• Monitor and adjust the BMS for site needs, respond to calls.
• Ensure statutory compliance requirements are met.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Electrical & mechanical knowledge

Communication

Education

NVQ / City & Guilds L2-L3 or equivalent (Electrical or Mechanical)

Job description

Lead Engineer – West End, London – FM Service Provider – £53,000

Are you an experienced Lead Engineer looking for a role where you can genuinely progress your career? CBW is currently recruiting for an exciting Lead Engineer position with a well-established and highly regarded FM service provider, based at a modern commercial office building in the West End of London.This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced building services engineer who wants to take ownership of a site, develop their leadership experience and join a company keen to promote and progress people from within.You will oversee the day-to-day engineering operations across a modern multi-storey office building, taking responsibility for planned and reactive maintenance while managing one engineer on site.The role is highly client-facing, so we are looking for someone professional, confident and personable who enjoys building strong relationships with both the client and wider contract team.For the right person, there is excellent potential to progress within the contract and the wider business, making this a great opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their FM career.

Hours

Monday to Friday - 08:00am – 17:00pm

Package

• £53,000 per annum
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Private healthcare
• Overtime available
• Strong opportunities for future career progression

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the day-to-day engineering and maintenance operations on site
• Manage and support one engineer, ensuring works are completed efficiently and to a high standard
• Deliver an effective Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programme
• Manage agreed KPIs and SLAs alongside the Supervisor
• Arrange, coordinate and oversee specialist subcontractors
• Manage reports, site logbooks and maintenance documentation in partnership with the Contract Manager and Supervisor
• Ensure all site documentation remains current, compliant and audit-ready
• Attend client meetings and build strong working relationships with key stakeholders
• Carry out electrical maintenance including lighting installations, fault-finding and lamp replacements
• Complete emergency lighting and fire alarm testing
• Carry out basic air conditioning maintenance across AHUs and FCUs, including filter changes, cleaning and general checks
• Monitor and adjust the BMS in response to hot/cold calls and building requirements
• Ensure all statutory compliance requirements are maintained
• Assist with reactive M&E maintenance and fault-finding across the building

Requirements

• Electrical or Mechanical qualification – NVQ / City & Guilds Level 2 or 3 or equivalent
• Strong commercial building maintenance experience
• Multi-skilled across mechanical and electrical building services
• Previous Lead Engineer or senior engineering experience would be advantageous
• Confident and professional in a client-facing environment
• Good communication and leadership skills
• Ambitious and keen to develop and progress within the business
• Hard-working, reliable and professional