Shift Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading Building Services provider is seeking a Shift Engineer to work at Gatwick Airport. This unique position offers day shifts only and is ideal for experienced engineers looking to maintain a major airline's operational systems. The role involves conducting preventative maintenance, responding to reactive tasks, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have solid expertise in electrical and mechanical systems, making critical contributions to system operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in planned preventative maintenance for electrical and mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with building services and critical systems operation is preferred.
• Ability to maintain safety compliance and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance across electrical and mechanical systems.
• Respond to reactive maintenance tasks to minimize downtime and disruption.
• Fault-find and diagnose issues on a range of building services plant.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Mechanical systems knowledge

Diagnostic skills

Compliance understanding

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’ll 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 preventative 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