Consultant name: Mohammed Siddique
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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
1. Maintain maximum uptime across all critical building systems
2. Monitor, operate, and fault-find across electrical and mechanical services
3. Supervise delivery of PPM and reactive maintenance activities
4. Allocate and manage tasks via CAFM / maintenance management systems
5. Maintain accurate asset registers, plant records, and maintenance documentation
6. Deliver detailed shift handovers, including plant status and ongoing works
7. Provide shift cover as required
Permit to Work & Compliance
8. Manage and administer the Permit to Work (PTW) system
9. Review and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
10. Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and site procedures
11. Coordinate permit approvals, monitoring, and closure processes
12. Produce compliance and end-of-day operational reports
13. Conduct contractor inductions and maintain audit-ready documentation
14. Ensure contractors meet Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
Contractor & Specialist Service Provider Management
15. Coordinate and supervise Specialist Service Providers (SSPs)
16. Verify approved SOPs, RAMS, and PTWs prior to work commencement
17. Inspect and sign off completed works to ensure quality and compliance
18. Escalate technical issues, risks, or performance concerns
19. Monitor contractor activities to ensure safe working practices
Quality Assurance & Site Standards
20. Maintain inspection regimes for tools, PPE, access equipment, and lifting gear
21. Ensure all records are accurate and compliant with audit requirements
22. Monitor plant rooms and infrastructure for cleanliness and operational integrity
23. Maintain workshops and storage areas to a professional standard
Projects & Continuous Improvement
24. Oversee small-scale engineering projects, refurbishments, and system upgrades
25. Liaise with contractors and suppliers to ensure safe project delivery
26. Support operational changes across building and shared spaces
27. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Systems & Technical Expertise Operational knowledge and fault-finding across:
28. Building Management Systems (BMS)
29. HVAC systems (AHUs, FCUs, chilled beams)
30. Boilers and heating systems
31. Electrical distribution systems (single & three-phase)
32. UPS systems, generators, and emergency power systems
33. Emergency lighting systems
34. Water treatment and L8 compliance systems
35. Refrigeration and cooling systems
Essential Requirements
36. Minimum 10 years’ experience in Building Services / Facilities Management
37. City & Guilds Parts 1 & 2 (2360) or equivalent electrical qualification
38. 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
39. Strong technical knowledge across electrical and mechanical systems
40. Proven experience in team leadership and supervision
41. Strong understanding of PTW systems, RAMS, and compliance procedures
42. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
43. Good IT literacy (CAFM systems, reporting tools)
Skills & Attributes
44. Strong leadership and team coordination skills
45. Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving ability
46. Proactive, organised, and quality-driven approach
47. High attention to detail and safety compliance
48. Professional, reliable, and customer-focused
49. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Desirable
50. City & Guilds 2391 Test & Inspection
51. Experience within critical environments or high-value estates
52. Additional Health & Safety or technical certifications
Mohammed Siddique