Lead Shift Engineer

Randstad Construction & Property; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Construction & Property is seeking an experienced Shift Lead Engineer (Electrical or Mechanical biased) to join a dedicated 2-person night/day shift team at a prestigious high-end commercial site in Victoria, London. You will lead maintenance operations, perform fault finding, and oversee subcontractors while ensuring client SLAs are met.

The role requires NVQ/C&G Level 3 in electrical or mechanical trades, knowledge of IET Wiring Regulations and a proven track record in commercial

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 / C&G Level 3 in Electrical Installations or equivalent.
• BSth Edition IET Wiring Regulations.
• Strong background in commercial building services maintenance and mechanical awareness.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance and reactive repairs across site.
• Operate as part of a 2-person shift team and handle technical escalation.
• Fault-finding, diagnostics and repairs on electrical distribution and lighting systems.
• Diagnose and repair HVAC plant including AHUs, FCUs, VRV/VRF and pumps.
• General building services maintenance including basic fabric, plumbing and mechanical repairs.
• Supervise and sign off specialist sub-contractors on-site for key services.
• Maintain accurate logbooks and compliance documentation.

Skills

2-person shift leadership

Fault-finding electrical

Fault-finding mechanical

HVAC maintenance

Education

NVQ/C&G Level 3 Electrical Installations

BSth Edition IET Wiring Regulations

NVQ/C&G Level 3 Mechanical/HEV/Plumbing

F-Gas 2079 (desirable)

Job description

Electrical / Mechanical Shift Lead Engineer

Location: Victoria, London

Base Salary: 50,300 + 3,000 Shift Allowance ( 53,300 Total Package) + Overtime

Shift Pattern: Continental (Days & Nights)

Team Structure: 2-Person Shift

Position Type: Static, High-End Commercial Site

Take Ownership of a Prestigious Commercial Site in London

We are seeking an experienced Shift Lead Engineer (either Electrical or Mechanical biased) to join a dedicated 2-person shift team maintaining a high-end, static commercial building in Victoria.

Key Responsibilities

• PPM & Reactive Maintenance: Carry out all planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and rapid reactive repairs across site in line with client SLAs.

• Shift Leadership: Operate as part of a 2-person shift team, managing site operations during cover windows and acting as the primary point of contact for technical escalation.

• Electrical Systems Maintenance: Conduct fault-finding, diagnostics, and repairs on single and three-phase power systems, distribution boards, control panels, circuits, and emergency lighting systems.

• HVAC & Mechanical Plant: Provide expert diagnostics and repair on HVAC plant, including Air Handling Units (AHUs), Fan Coil Units (FCUs), VRV/VRF systems, split units, pumps, motors, and ventilation.

• General Building Services: Undertake basic fabric, plumbing, and mechanical repairs to keep the building operating seamlessly.

• Sub-Contractor Management: Supervise and sign off specialist sub-contractors on-site for key specialist services (e.g., lifts, fire & life safety systems).

• Compliance & Site Records: Ensure all logbooks, statutory compliance documentation, and shift handovers are accurate and up to date.

Requirements

For Electrical-Biased Candidates:

• NVQ Level 3 / C&G Level 3 in Electrical Installations (or equivalent apprenticeship).

• BSth Edition IET Wiring Regulations.

• Strong background in commercial building services maintenance and mechanical awareness.

For Mechanical-Biased Candidates:

• NVQ Level 3 / C&G Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering, Heating & Ventilation, or Plumbing (or equivalent apprenticeship).

• F-Gas 2079 (desirable).Proven track record in commercial HVAC maintenance with strong cross-trade electrical fault-finding capabilities.

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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