Shift Mechanical Engineer

CBRE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Shift Mechanical Engineer in London to act as the technical backbone for our plant and building services. You will manage both planned and reactive maintenance autonomously, ensuring systems remain operational and compliant.

You'll troubleshoot complex HVAC, plumbing, and fluid systems, build strong relationships with facilities staff, and lead safety-focused activities while delivering reliable service.

Qualifications

• Qualified mechanical engineer with City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 and knowledge of building regs.
• Able to diagnose complex mechanical faults and provide rapid emergency responses.
• Capable of documenting work orders and service reports accurately.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance tasks across critical building services
• Ensure mechanical equipment, plant rooms, and services are 100% operational, compliant, and ready after maintenance
• Champion a world-class safety culture; conduct risk assessments and follow CBRE QHSE procedures
• Tackle reactive mechanical requests with swift resolution in line with SLAs
• Support and supervise specialised mechanical subcontractors on-site
• Identify parts and materials, source from suppliers, and coordinate with admin to order
• Spot improvement areas during inspections and assist with installation/modification works

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Plumbing systems

Fluid systems

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Are you ready to work on one of London's most exciting tech accounts?

We don’t just manage buildings, we keep them alive. As a Shift Mechanical Engineer at CBRE, you won’t just be ticking boxes. You will be the technical backbone of our plant and building services, trusted to run both planned (PPM) and reactive mechanical maintenance autonomously.

If you are a self-starting mechanical specialist who thrives on troubleshooting complex HVAC, plumbing, and fluid systems, and takes pride in delivering flawless building services, we want you on our team.

About The Role?

• Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance tasks across critical building services
• Ensure all mechanical equipment, plant rooms, and services are 100% operational, compliant, and ready for action post-maintenance.
• Champion a world-class safety culture. You'll conduct personal risk assessments, work strictly within CBRE QHSE procedures, and utilise our permit-to-work systems.
• You’ll tackle reactive mechanical requests head-on, ensuring swift resolution and closure in line with our service level agreements.
• Act as the main point of contact, supporting and supervising specialised mechanical subcontractors while they are on-site.
• Identify the components and materials needed for a fix, source them from suppliers, and collaborate with our technical admin team to get them ordered.
• Spot areas for enhancement during workplace inspections, elevate urgent issues to Engineering Leaders, and assist with installation and modification works when required.

Who You Are?

You don’t just fix machines; you build relationships. You will be a key face of CBRE, working closely with Facilities Managers, client staff, and representatives.

• You hold relevant technical qualifications in Mechanical Engineering (e.g., City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3) with a rock-solid understanding of current building regulations and safe working practices.
• You can think on your feet, diagnose complex mechanical faults, provide rapid emergency responses during working hours, and accurately complete work orders and service reports.
• You know how to balance a busy workload, ensuring documentation is precise and helpdesk tickets are closed promptly.

What’s in it for you?

Joining CBRE means joining the global leader in commercial real estate services. You’ll benefit from top-tier industry training, clear pathways for career progression, and a supportive team environment that champions best practices, quality standards, and technical excellence.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realise your potential. We welcome all applicants.

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