Consultant name: Mohammed Siddique Call for more information on this position: Job reference: JO-2307-258145-3 Date posted: 09/04/2026 The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Shift Leader – Engineering Services to oversee engineering operations within a high-profile, technically demanding environment.
This is a leadership role requiring strong technical expertise in building services engineering, combined with the ability to coordinate teams, manage contractors, and ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and operational standards.
You will play a critical role in maintaining system uptime, operational reliability, and service excellence, while leading a team of engineers and specialist service providers.
Role Overview As the Engineering Shift Leader, you will act as the on-site operational lead, responsible for supervising engineering activities, managing maintenance delivery, and ensuring all building systems are operating efficiently and safely.
You will coordinate Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), reactive works, and small projects, while maintaining compliance with Permit to Work (PTW) systems and safe systems of work.
Key Responsibilities Operational & Engineering Management Maintain maximum uptime across all critical building systems
Monitor, operate, and fault-find across electrical and mechanical services
Supervise delivery of PPM and reactive maintenance activities
Allocate and manage tasks via CAFM / maintenance management systems
Maintain accurate asset registers, plant records, and maintenance documentation
Deliver detailed shift handovers, including plant status and ongoing works
Provide shift cover as required Permit to Work & Compliance Manage and administer the Permit to Work (PTW) system
Review and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and site procedures
Coordinate permit approvals, monitoring, and closure processes
Produce compliance and end-of-day operational reports
Conduct contractor inductions and maintain audit-ready documentation
Ensure contractors meet Service Level Agreements (SLAs) Contractor & Specialist Service Provider Management Coordinate and supervise Specialist Service Providers (SSPs)
Verify approved SOPs, RAMS, and PTWs prior to work commencement
Inspect and sign off completed works to ensure quality and compliance
Escalate technical issues, risks, or performance concerns
Monitor contractor activities to ensure safe working practices Quality Assurance & Site Standards Maintain inspection regimes for tools, PPE, access equipment, and lifting gear
Ensure all records are accurate and compliant with audit requirements
Monitor plant rooms and infrastructure for cleanliness and operational integrity
Maintain workshops and storage areas to a professional standard Projects & Continuous Improvement Oversee small-scale engineering projects, refurbishments, and system upgrades
Liaise with contractors and suppliers to ensure safe project delivery
Support operational changes across building and shared spaces
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives Systems & Technical Expertise Operational knowledge and fault-finding across: Building Management Systems (BMS)
HVAC systems (AHUs, FCUs, chilled beams)
Boilers and heating systems
Electrical distribution systems (single & three-phase)
UPS systems, generators, and emergency power systems
Emergency lighting systems
Water treatment and L8 compliance systems
Refrigeration and cooling systems Essential Requirements Minimum 10 years’ experience in Building Services / Facilities Management
City & Guilds Parts 1 & 2 (2360) or equivalent electrical qualification
18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
Strong technical knowledge across electrical and mechanical systems
Proven experience in team leadership and supervision
Strong understanding of PTW systems, RAMS, and compliance procedures
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Good IT literacy (CAFM systems, reporting tools) Skills & Attributes Strong leadership and team coordination skills
Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving ability
Proactive, organised, and quality-driven approach
High attention to detail and safety compliance
Professional, reliable, and customer-focused
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment Desirable City & Guilds 2391 Test & Inspection
Experience within critical environments or high-value estates
Additional Health & Safety or technical certifications Mohammed Siddique
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