Shift Technician

Carter Resourcing Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Carter Resourcing Group is recruiting an electrically biased Shift Technician for a flagship site in the City of London. The role covers planned and reactive maintenance of electrical and mechanical services in a high-profile commercial environment.

You will diagnose faults, perform routine tests, and maintain records while working within a professional engineering team. A strong emphasis on safety and independent work is essential.

Qualifications

• Recognised electrical qualification such as NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds Electrical Engineering.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Experience in commercial building services environment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance of electrical and mechanical services.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical faults across the site.
• Carry out routine inspections and testing of plant and equipment.
• Complete maintenance records and job sheets.
• Liaise with contractors and service providers as required.
• Support the wider engineering team and ensure health & safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Electrical fault finding

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds Electrical Engineering

Job description

We are currently supporting a great client of ours in finding a Shift Technician to join their team for a flagship site in the City of London.

The successful candidate will be electrically biased, with strong commercial building services experience and the relevant electrical qualifications to work safely and effectively within a critical environment.

The Role

Working as part of a professional engineering team, you will be responsible for the planned and reactive maintenance of the building's electrical and mechanical services, ensuring all plant, equipment and systems remain safe, reliable and operational.

The role will suit a qualified engineer who is confident working independently, has excellent fault-finding skills and understands the demands of a high-profile commercial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance
• Diagnose and rectify electrical faults across the site
• Reactive maintenance tasks
• Carry out routine inspections and testing of plant and equipment
• Complete maintenance records, job sheets and relevant documentation
• Liaise with contractors and specialist service providers when required
• Support the wider engineering team
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with health & safety procedures and site requirements

Requirements

• Recognised electrical qualification, such as NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Previous experience working within a commercial building services environment
• Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Good understanding of LV systems and general building services
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and customer-service skills
• A proactive approach to maintenance and problem-solving
• A valid UK right to work

Package

• £55,000 basic salary
• 23 days annual leave
• Continental shift pattern
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

If you're an electrically biased technician looking for a stable, well-paid shift position within a prestigious City of London commercial environment, we'd be keen to hear from you