Lead Engineer

Lead Mechanical Engineer – Hammersmith, West London – FM Service Provider – Up to £50,000

CBW Staffing Solutions are currently recruiting a Lead Mechanical Engineer to be based at a large, high-profile healthcare environment in Hammersmith, West London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically biased Lead Engineer to take ownership of all planned and reactive maintenance across a complex and fast-paced site. The successful candidate will lead a team of day and shift engineers while remaining hands-on and actively involved on the tools. Working within a critical environment, the role requires a strong understanding of building services maintenance, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to manage day-to-day engineering operations while maintaining high compliance and service standards. The site offers a varied and technically challenging environment with long-term stability and progression opportunities.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Lead and supervise a team of day and shift engineers
Carry out and oversee all planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
Attend and resolve reactive maintenance tasks across the site
Ensure all mechanical plant operates efficiently and safely
Work on mechanical systems including: Pumps, Motors, AHUs, FCUs, Pipework, HVACsystems, Pressurisation units
Support basic electrical and building services maintenance where required
Monitor subcontractors and specialist service providers
Ensure all statutory compliance and health & safety procedures are adhered to
Manage site logbooks, RAMS, and maintenance documentation
Support the Contract Manager with day-to-day engineering operations
Act as the main point of contact for engineering issues on site
Assist with fault finding and system diagnostics across M&E plant
Maintain excellent working relationships with the client and on-site teamsHours

Monday to Friday
08:00am – 17:00pm

Requirements

Mechanically qualified (NVQ / City & Guilds Level 2/3 or equivalent – HVAC, Plumbing or Mechanical qualifications are all considered)  
Strong background in commercial building services maintenance
Previous experience leading engineering teams
Mechanically strong with good all-round building services knowledge
Experience working within critical or healthcare-style environments advantageous
Hands-on engineer willing to work on the tools daily
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Hard-working, reliable and client-facingFor more information or to apply, please send your CV to Katie at CBW Staffing Solutions