Temporary Lead Engineer

CBW Staffing Solutions; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading FM service provider is seeking a Temporary Lead Engineer in London to manage a team and oversee maintenance across premium commercial properties. This role requires an electrical qualification and a strong background in building maintenance. The ideal candidate is client-facing, reliable, and must work Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm.

Qualifications

• Essential electrical qualification.
• Experience in a commercial building maintenance role is required.
• Ability to interact positively with clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage agreed KPI and SLA's alongside the Supervisor.
• Arrange specialist sub-contractors and manage all reports/site log books.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations.

Skills

Electrical qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds Level 2/3 or equivalent)

Multi-skilled with strong commercial building maintenance background

Client-facing and presentable

Hard-working, honest, and reliable

Job description

Temporary Lead Engineer – Oxford Street, London – FM Service Provider – £30 per hour

CBW is recruiting for a temporary to permanent Lead Engineer to be based across a collection of high‑profile commercial properties in central London. The role involves overseeing several modern, premium office environments that have recently undergone significant investment, providing contemporary workspaces focused on quality, efficiency, and tenant wellbeing.

As Lead Engineer, you'll manage a team of four engineers responsible for delivering exceptional maintenance and engineering services across multiple locations. Working Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm, you'll take ownership of service delivery, ensure smooth daily operations, and build strong working relationships with occupiers across this flagship London portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Manage agreed KPI and SLA's alongside the Supervisor
• Arrange specialist sub‑contractors
• Manage all reports/site log books (working with the Contract Manager & Supervisor)
• Ensure all paperwork is up to date and audit‑ready
• Attend client meetings as required
• Lighting (small installations, fault‑finding, lamping, etc.)
• Emergency lighting & fire alarm tests
• Air conditioning – AHUs / FCUs (filter changes, cleaning)
• BMS – monitor and adjust as needed (e.g., hot & cold calls)
• Statutory compliance

Hours & Benefits

Monday to Friday (40 hours/week)

08:00am–17:00pm

£30 per hour

Requirements

• Electrical qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds Level 2/3 or equivalent) – essential
• Multi‑skilled with strong commercial building maintenance background
• Client‑facing and presentable
• Hard‑working, honest, and reliable

Please send your CV to Katie at CBW Staffing Solutions for more information.