Mechanical Lead Engineer

CBW Staffing Solutions Ltd; Stratford-upon-Avon; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

CBW Staffing Solutions Ltd in Stratford-upon-Avon area is seeking an experienced Mechanical Lead Engineer to join an FM service provider in Stratford, East London. You will lead the on-site engineering team, oversee PPM and reactive maintenance, and ensure high standards across mechanical building services.

The role requires a strong mechanical background with supervisory experience in commercial buildings.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Mechanical Engineer with NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent.
• Experience as Mechanical Lead Engineer or Engineering Shift Leader.
• Proven track record supervising an engineering team.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, AHUs, FCUs, pumps and heating systems.
• Experience in commercial buildings / facilities management and PPM.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the on-site engineering team and ensure smooth day-to-day operation.
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities.
• Allocate daily tasks and monitor engineering performance.
• Provide technical support and guidance to engineers.
• Carry out fault finding, maintenance and repairs on mechanical building services.
• Maintain mechanical plant including AHUs/FCUs, pumps, HVAC systems and related equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults across heating, ventilation, air conditioning and water systems.
• Manage specialist subcontractors and ensure works meet standards.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and Health & Safety procedures.
• Monitor CAFM systems and maintain maintenance records.
• Liaise with client and building management for service delivery.
• Assist with shutdowns, project works and additional maintenance.
• Support Contract Manager with contract performance.

Skills

Team leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication

Organisation

Health & Safety awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds Mechanical Engineering / Plumbing & Heating

Job description

Mechanical Lead Engineer – FM Service Provider – Stratford, East London – £55,000

CBW is currently recruiting an experienced Mechanical Lead Engineer to join an established FM Service Provider on a commercial contract based in Stratford, East London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong and experienced Mechanical Lead Engineer looking to take on a key leadership position within a busy commercial environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the on-site engineering team, overseeing planned and reactive maintenance and ensuring all mechanical building services are maintained to the highest standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical engineering background, previous supervisory experience and a proven track record within commercial building services.

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday 07:00am – 16:00pm / 10:00am – 19:00pm – Weekly rotating shift pattern

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the on-site engineering team, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the building.
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities.
• Allocate daily tasks and monitor engineering performance.
• Provide technical support and guidance to engineers.
• Carry out fault finding, maintenance and repairs on mechanical building services.
• Oversee the maintenance of mechanical plant, including AHUs, FCUs, pumps, HVAC systems, pressurisation units and associated equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults across heating, ventilation, air conditioning and water systems.
• Manage specialist subcontractors and ensure works are completed to the required standards.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and Health & Safety procedures.
• Monitor CAFM systems and ensure maintenance records are accurately maintained.
• Liaise with the client and building management team to ensure excellent service delivery.
• Assist with building shutdowns, project works and additional maintenance requirements.
• Support the Contract Manager with the overall performance of the contract.

Requirements

• Fully qualified Mechanical Engineer (NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering, Plumbing & Heating or equivalent).
• Previous experience working as a Mechanical Lead Engineer, Mechanical Supervisor or Engineering Shift Leader.
• Proven experience managing or supervising an engineering team.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical building services, including HVAC, AHUs, FCUs, pumps and heating systems.
• Previous experience within commercial buildings or facilities management.
• Good understanding of PPM, reactive maintenance and statutory compliance.
• Experience carrying out mechanical fault finding, maintenance and repairs.
• Good understanding of commercial heating, ventilation and water systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety regulations.