Multi Skilled Shift Engineer
City of London, EC2V
Salary: Circa £50,000 per annum
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off - Continental Days & Nights
Shift Times: 06:30-18:30 & 18:30-06:30
Start: Immediate preferred
The Role
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Multi Skilled Shift Engineer to join a high-quality commercial site in London (EC2V)
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with a strong mechanical and electrical maintenance background who is comfortable working within a 24/7 critical environment and operating on a continental 4-on, 4-off shift pattern.
You will be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, fault finding and responding to alarms and critical incidents, ensuring the building's M&E systems remain safe, operational and compliant.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance.
Diagnose and rectify mechanical and electrical faults.
Maintain and monitor critical building services and M&E plant.
Complete maintenance tasks safely and efficiently under time pressure.
Work closely with contractors, site management and the wider engineering team.
Maintain accurate maintenance records and provide clear shift handovers.
Follow all health & safety procedures and site compliance requirements.
Essential Skills & Experience
3-5 years' experience in a technical engineering role within a commercial building, critical environment, data centre or high-end corporate site.
Strong mechanical and electrical maintenance experience; multi-skilled engineers are preferred.
Experience working within a 24/7 environment on a shift basis.
Confident carrying out PPM and reactive maintenance.
HVAC systems, including AHUs, FCUs and ventilation.
Electrical distribution, lighting and power systems.
Pumps and motors.
BMS controls and basic fault finding.
Plumbing and general M&E plant.
Ability to prioritise alarms, callouts and critical incidents effectively.
Comfortable coordinating with contractors and maintaining safe working practices.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Professional and confident when dealing with clients and site management.
Qualifications & Certifications
Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
18th Edition qualification for electrically biased engineers.
City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent relevant trade certification.
CSCS or ECS card.
Right to Work documentation.
The successful candidate will be:
Reliable and punctual.
Calm and professional under pressure.
Able to work independently and as part of an engineering team.
Comfortable working 12-hour day and night shifts.
Able to provide clear and accurate shift handovers.
Professional and client-facing in their approach.
Additional Information
Immediate start preferred.
Temporary position with the potential to become full-time following a successful trial period.
On-site role in the City of London.
Uniform and PPE provided where required.
Excellent opportunity to secure a long-term position within a professional engineering environment.
Please apply today for immediate consideration
