Electrical Shift Engineer – Critical Systems (Days/Nights)

Energy Jobline ZR; Bexley (OH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AP bonuses

Private pension scheme

Private healthcare

Full training and development

Progression opportunities

Job summary

The Electrical Shift Engineer role is based in East London, overseeing safe and efficient operation of critical building services. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance, fault finding, and repairs to keep systems compliant and operational.

You will work continental day and night shifts, with 12-hour shifts and a focus on proactive problem solving, strong communication, and independent working. AP experience is highly desirable and beneficial for enhanced bonuses.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in electrical qualifications.
• Experience in commercial/industrial or critical environment.
• Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience with planned and reactive maintenance.
• Proactive approach to engineering and problem solving.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a wider team.
• Flexible to work days and nights on a continental shift pattern.
• AP experience/qualification would be highly desirable, with additional AP bonuses available.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive and reactive maintenance on electrical systems and building services.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults efficiently and safely.
• Respond to breakdowns and minimise equipment downtime.
• Carry out routine inspections and testing.
• Monitor and maintain critical electrical infrastructure.
• Complete maintenance records and relevant documentation.
• Work closely with other engineers and operational teams.
• Ensure all works follow health & safety procedures.
• Support contractors and specialist teams when required.
• Participate in emergency response and out-of-hours maintenance as part of the shift team.
• Maintain high compliance across the site.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Maintenance planning

Problem solving

Teamworking

Communication

Independent working

Shift work

AP experience

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds electrical qualification

Job description

The Electrical Shift Engineer role is based in East London, overseeing safe and efficient operation of critical building services. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance, fault finding, and repairs to keep systems compliant and operational.

You will work continental day and night shifts, with 12-hour shifts and a focus on proactive problem solving, strong communication, and independent working. AP experience is highly desirable and beneficial for enhanced bonuses.