Single Man Site Engineer

Hamilton Rowe Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious facilities management provider in Greater London seeks a Lead Maintenance Engineer to oversee maintenance operations and mentor an apprentice. This hands-on role requires strong building services experience, electrical bias, and multi-skilled capabilities. Key responsibilities include delivering PPM and reactive maintenance, ensuring safe working practices, and maintaining HVAC systems. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in a commercial setting and a commitment to maintaining high standards.

Qualifications

• Electrically biased with strong multi-skilled capabilities.
• Proven track record of delivering reliable engineering solutions.
• Experience in a commercial maintenance environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and oversee PPM and reactive maintenance.
• Work on Emergency Lighting and Fire Alarm Systems.
• Maintain HVAC systems including AHUs and VAVs.

Skills

Building services experience

Mentoring and coaching

Problem-solving skills

Hands-on leadership

Tools

BMS

HVAC systems

Job description

Lead Maintenance Engineer

Pimlico, South West London

£47,000 – £50,000

A fantastic opportunity has become available for a Lead Maintenance Engineer to join a prestigious commercial site in South West London. Working for a well-established facilities management provider, you will take ownership of the maintenance operations on-site, overseeing both planned and reactive tasks.

This role also includes mentoring an on-site apprentice, making it ideal for engineers who enjoy coaching and developing junior team members.

We're looking for a hands‑on leader with solid building services experience and a commitment to maintaining high standards. The ideal candidate will be electrically biased with strong multi‑skilled capabilities and a proven track record of delivering reliable engineering solutions within a commercial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and oversee PPM and reactive maintenance across all building services equipment
• Work on Emergency Lighting and Fire Alarm Systems
• Undertake UPS, motor, and generator testing (on / off load)
• Maintain HVAC systems including AHUs, FCUs, CRAC units, and VAVs
• Carry out work on pumps, belts, bearings, seals, and sprinkler systems
• Monitor and operate the BMS
• Ensure safe working practices, including plant and system isolation

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