Lead Electrical Engineer - Kingston Upon Thames Lead Electrical Engineer Location: Kingston, KT1 2BA Hours: 4 days on 4 days off - 07:00-19:00 Salary: Up to 55,000 plus Sodexo benefits About the Role We are looking for a skilled and motivated Lead Electrical Engineer to join our team at a brand-new client site in Kingston. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team supporting the launch and ongoing operation of a newly developed, state-of-the-art facility. In this role, you will deliver high-quality electrical maintenance and engineering services, ensuring building systems are safe, compliant and operating efficiently. You will be responsible for both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance, helping to maintain critical electrical infrastructure and supporting a reliable working environment for the client. You will also play an important role in supporting site operations, supervising subcontractors and contributing to a safe and compliant workplace. Key Responsibilities Electrical Maintenance & Fault Diagnosis Diagnose electrical faults and repair assets within your technical capability. Carry out routine maintenance to ensure systems meet regulatory and best practice standards. Complete electrical testing and verification of minor electrical works. Carry out like-for-like asset replacements and minor installation works when required. Operational Delivery Manage reactive tasks and planned maintenance activities in line with service level agreements. Undertake risk assessments for electrical maintenance tasks and always work safely. Respond to emergency call-outs and attend site to provide engineering expertise outside of normal hours. Maintain accurate records of work completed, materials used and time spent. Compliance & Safety Ensure all work complies with Health, Safety, Environmental and industry regulations. Maintain tools, equipment and PPE in good working condition. Keep up to date with changes in legislation and electrical best practice. Follow safe systems of work and established procedures. Team & Stakeholder Support Supervise specialist subcontractors on site. Support and guide apprentice engineers where required. Build professional relationships with colleagues, clients and stakeholders. Report activity progress and highlight issues to the Technical Services Manager. What We're Looking For Essential NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent). AM2 qualification. City & Guilds Level 3 Inspection & Testing. Around 2 years' experience in an electrical maintenance environment. Strong understanding of electrical compliance and engineering standards. Experience working safely and following Health & Safety procedures. Ability to diagnose faults using a systematic problem-solving approach. IT literate, with experience using Microsoft Office and maintenance management systems (CMMS). Ability to manage and prioritise workload independently. Strong communication skills and team collaboration. Why Sodexo?: Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. Belong in a company and team that values you for you. Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions. Thrive in your own way. We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families: Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies Ready to be part of something greater? Join a team that values you for being you. Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications