CBW are currently recruiting for a Lead Engineer to oversee a large, high-profile estate based in West End, London. This role sits within a leading Facilities Maintenance company and involves working alongside a large, established team of electrical and mechanical engineers, providing leadership, guidance, and day-to-day support.
You will take ownership of daily maintenance operations, with a strong focus on delivering an effective Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM). The successful candidate will work closely with the on-site Electrical Supervisor to ensure smooth coordination of all mechanical and electrical (M&E) activities across the estate. The site offers a significant amount of overtime for those who want it, along with a rotating call-out rota of 1 in 8. This is an excellent opportunity for a Lead Engineer looking to join a well-resourced site, support a large team, and maximise earnings while working in a fast-paced, flagship environment.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage agreed KPIs and SLAs alongside the Supervisor
- Arrange and oversee specialist subcontractors
- Manage reports and site logbooks in partnership with the Contract Manager and Supervisor
- Ensure all documentation is current and audit-ready
- Attend client meetings as required
- Lighting: small installations, fault-finding, lamp replacements, etc.
- Carry out emergency lighting and fire alarm testing
- Air conditioning maintenance: AHUs / FCUs (filter changes, cleaning, basic checks)
- Monitor and adjust BMS as required (e.g., hot/cold calls)
- Maintain all statutory compliance requirements
- Monday to Friday
- 08:00 to 17:00
- Overtime
- Call out
- Electrical or Mechanical qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds Level 2/3 or equivalent)
- Multi-skilled with a strong commercial building maintenance background
- Client-facing, professional and presentable
- Hard-working, honest and reliable