We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Shift Leader to be based at a prestigious building located in the City of London.
This role forms part of a site-based engineering team and carries responsibility for leading the on-site shift engineers while ensuring the effective operation of all building services. This is a fully hands-on, “on the tools” position. The successful candidate will be actively involved in carrying out maintenance, fault finding and repairs, while also providing technical leadership and direction to the shift team.
Applicants should demonstrate strong electrical technical knowledge, proven experience within commercial building services, and the ability to lead and communicate effectively within a professional environment. Candidates must hold current HVAP authorisation, or have previously held HVAP status and be capable of revalidation.
Hours of Work
- 4 on, 4 off (days only)
- 7:00am – 6:00pm
- Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and Reactive Maintenance on all client assets via the CAFM system
- Lead from the front as a fully hands-on Shift Leader, working on the tools alongside the engineering team
- Take direct responsibility for electrical fault finding, diagnostics and repair of plant and building services equipment
- Ensure plant faults are identified and rectified promptly to maintain continuous building operation
- Supervise and support the shift engineering team while remaining fully engaged in day-to-day engineering tasks
- Conduct regular quality checks on maintenance activities, documentation and housekeeping standards
- Ensure adequate spares and materials are available to support ongoing maintenance
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance records and job sheets
- Prepare, review and implement Method Statements and Risk Assessments to ensure safe systems of work are adhered to at all times
- Fully qualified electrician (City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
- Current or previously authorised HVAP
- Proven experience in building maintenance within a critical environment (commercial, blue-chip or banking)
- Strong multi-skilled knowledge including UPS systems, generators and power distribution
- Good leadership and team management skills
- Strong communication skills and professional approach