A leading FM service provider is seeking an Electrical Shift Lead to join a high-profile commercial property in Central London, conveniently located within an 8-minute walk of both London Bridge and Blackfriars stations. The site offers a modern, technically advanced working environment, comprising premium office space and high-specification building infrastructure maintained to an exceptional standard. You will join a dedicated site-based engineering team within a busy, client-facing environment. As part of a small shift team, you will lead the day-to-day electrical and operational delivery on shift, ensuring plant reliability, statutory compliance, and the smooth operation of all electrical building services across the site.
Hours of Work
- 5 on 5 off, 4 on 4 off rotating shift pattern
- 07:00am – 19:00pm
- 1 in 4 call-out rota
- Lead and support the on-site engineering team during your shift, ensuring all planned and reactive tasks are completed safely and efficiently
- Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and Reactive Maintenance across all electrical systems
- Maintain and fault-find on critical electrical plant, including UPS systems, generators, LV distribution, switchgear, and emergency lighting
- Ensure electrical plant faults and system issues are resolved promptly to maintain maximum uptime
- Conduct regular quality checks on maintenance activities, documentation, and housekeeping standards
- Supervise specialist subcontractors and manage the permit-to-work system
- Ensure appropriate spares and materials are available to support maintenance activities
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports via the site's CAFM system
- Prepare, review, and implement Method Statements and Risk Assessments (RAMS)
- Ensure all works are completed in accordance with current electrical regulations, statutory compliance, and health & safety procedures
- Provide technical support and guidance to the engineering team while acting as the main point of contact during your shift
- Fully qualified Electrician (City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)
- City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing (desirable)
- Previous experience in a Shift Lead, Lead Engineer, or Senior Electrical Engineer position within a commercial or critical environment
- Strong knowledge of critical electrical infrastructure, including UPS systems, generators, LV distribution, switchgear, and power distribution
- Proven experience in commercial building maintenance, data centres, banking, or other critical environments
- Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills
- Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
- Good understanding of statutory compliance and health & safety regulations