Shift Engineer

Hamilton Rowe Recruitment Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Building Services provider is seeking a Shift Engineer for a day-shift only position at Gatwick Airport. In this role, you will be responsible for the maintenance of critical systems across airline offices and hangars. Key tasks include performing planned preventive maintenance, responding to reactive tasks, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. Applicants should have experience with both electrical and mechanical systems, making this a unique opportunity in a high-profile environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in building services maintenance.
• Strong understanding of safety procedures and compliance.
• Ability to work on electrical and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventive maintenance on systems.
• Respond to reactive maintenance tasks swiftly.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols.

Skills

Planned preventive maintenance (PPMs)

Fault-finding and diagnostics

Electrical systems knowledge

Mechanical systems knowledge

Tools

HVAC controls

Building Management Systems (BMS)

Lighting systems

Job description

Job Description

Shift Engineer

£43,000 - £45,000

Gatwick Airport

We're recruiting for a Shift Engineer to join a leading Building Services provider at Gatwick Airport. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Shift Engineer looking for a rare day‑shift only position at a high‑profile and unique site.

You will support the maintenance and smooth running of a major airline's offices, engineering areas, and aircraft hangars. The Shift Engineer will play a key role in ensuring all building services and critical systems remain safe, compliant, and operational.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPMs) across electrical and mechanical systems
• Respond to reactive maintenance tasks to minimise downtime and disruption
• Fault‑finding and diagnostics on a range of building services plant
• Support the operation and upkeep of systems such as:
  • AHUs and FCUs
  • Boilers and heating plant
  • Chillers and cooling systems
  • Pumps, motors, and valves
  • HVAC controls and BMS systems
  • Lighting, small power, and general electrical distribution
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and statutory requirements
• Maintain accurate documentation, logs, and maintenance records

Work closely with the on-site engineering team to deliver a high‑quality service.