Lead Mechanical Engineer

Randstad Construction and Property; City Of London; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Lead Shift Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to oversee mechanical maintenance in a high-end commercial property in Central London. The role involves leading maintenance activities, developing PPM schedules, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. A time-served mechanical engineer with a Level 3 NVQ in Mechanical Engineering and relevant experience is essential. Competitive salary of £53,000 plus overtime offered.

Benefits

Overtime availability

Qualifications

• Time-served mechanical engineer with recognised apprenticeship.
• Experience in high-end commercial environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical maintenance activities including HVAC.
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical faults effectively.
• Implement Planned Preventative Maintenance schedules.
• Ensure health and safety compliance.

Skills

Mechanical engineering skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Lead Shift Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Location: Central London
Salary: £53,000 per annum + plenty of overtime
Job Type: Continental shift days and nights
Site: High-End Commercial Property (Static)

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all mechanical maintenance activities on-site, including HVAC, plumbing, heating, and ventilation systems.
• Diagnose and rectify complex mechanical faults in a timely and efficient manner.
• Develop and implement a robust Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule.
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with current health and safety regulations.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and specialist sub-contractors.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance work, asset history, and compliance documentation.
• Liaise with the building management team to ensure a seamless and high-quality service delivery.

What We\'re Looking For

• A time-served mechanical engineer with a recognised apprenticeship or equivalent qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering).
• Proven experience working in a similar role within a corporate or high-end commercial environment.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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