Location: Central London (Zone 1)
Salary: £55,000 + benefits
Hours: Shift pattern: 5 on 5 off, 4 on 4 off - 7am - 7pm: DAYS ONLY
The Opportunity
Are you an experienced M&E professional ready to step into a leadership role on a premier, high-spec commercial estate?
We are seeking a technically elite Shift Lead Engineer to manage building operations and critical engineering services at a high-profile corporate headquarters in Central London. Operating within a state-of-the-art facility featuring complex MEP infrastructure, this role combines hands-on engineering, technical governance, and team leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Operations & Critical Systems
MEP Systems Management: Competently operate and maintain all mechanical, electrical, and public health (MEP) systems on-site, ensuring 100% operational uptime.
Annual Power Downs: Lead annual building power downs and functional switching activities (training for formal AP appointments will be provided).
System Monitoring & Alarm Response: Take ownership of critical alarm monitoring and incident response, providing robust technical support for 24/7 site operations.
Continuous Improvement: Actively review and prepare Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs), Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs), and participate in scenario drills.
Team Leadership & Compliance
Shift Supervision: Lead and coordinate the shift engineering team, managing shift handovers, resourcing, and arranging cover for annual leave or training gaps.
Safety & Compliance: Drive a "safety-first" culture by ensuring all reactive and PPM work orders align with SFG20 and current HSE policies, delivering Toolbox Talks, and reporting near-misses.
Subcontractor Governance: Oversee specialist vendors, auditing their work quality and safety protocols to ensure compliance with site regulations.
Technical Administration & Maintenance Delivery
CMMS/CAFM Administration: Ensure all planned and reactive work tickets are accurately updated, timed, and closed out within contractual SLAs via the site's CMMS tablet.
Asset Lifecycle & Supply Chain: Monitor site spares, audit stock levels, and coordinate with the supply chain to procure parts for critical remedial works.
What We Are Looking For
If you are a dedicated team player who remains calm under pressure and takes pride in pristine plant rooms, we want to hear from you.
Candidate Requirements:
Core Certifications: Level 3 electrical (or equivalent)
Testing & Inspection: C&G 2391 (or equivalent) for electrical inspection and testing is highly desirable.
Compliance & Safety: Current ACoP L8 / Legionella Awareness, IOSH Working Safely, and IPAF certifications are highly preferred.
Skills & Presence: Polish and professionalism with strong written/verbal communication and basic IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Candidates who demonstrate strong hands-on experience and a proactive attitude but do not meet every single qualification are still highly encouraged to apply.
What We Offer
We believe in supporting our engineers with a culture that prioritises your personal and professional growth:
Competitive Compensation: Top-tier shift salary with premium overtime rates and shift allowances.
Elite Training Pathways: Fully funded technical training and professional development certifications (AP status).
Comprehensive Benefits: Premium pension scheme, private healthcare access, and a suite of wellness and lifestyle perks.
Show Site Standards: The opportunity to work in pristine, well-invested plant rooms with a supportive, "One Team" culture.
If you are a professional engineer ready to lead shift operations on a flagship London estate, apply today to arrange a confidential discussion.
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business
Salary description
£55000.00 - £56000.00 per year