Lead Engineer
Gas & Electrical
London
£65,000 - £70,000 + Company Van + 28 Days Holiday (Incl. Bank Holidays) + Pension + Overtime (TBC)
Are you a dual-skilled Gas & Electrical Engineer looking to step into a genuine lead position with progression to Team Leader, Technical Lead or even Technical Director?
Do you want to join a fast-growing business where you'll be the first in-house engineer and play a huge part in building something great from the ground up?
This growing retrofit contractor delivers large-scale decarbonisation and energy efficiency projects across the UK, working closely with major energy companies and government-backed schemes. With rapid expansion ahead, they are hiring their first Lead Engineer to bring gas and electrical capability in-house and help shape the future engineering function.
You'll be a dual-skilled engineer with strong electrical experience, NVQ Level 2 qualified and Gas Safe registered. Confident working independently, you'll take the lead on technical decisions, quality and safety across domestic retrofit projects. Experience with Solar PV or smart heating controls is a bonus, and you'll bring a proactive, organised approach with the ambition to help shape and grow the future engineering function.
You'll work independently across residential retrofit sites in London and the West Midlands, setting off from home each day. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership, set standards and build a team around you as the company continues to scale.
The Person:
* NVQ Level 3 Electrician with strong domestic experience
* Gas Safe registered with solid heating and boiler knowledge
* Confident leading on installations and quality standards
* Experience with Solar PV or smart heating controls is a plus
* Organised, proactive, and comfortable working independently
The Role:
* Lead electrical and gas works across domestic retrofit projects
* Install, test and maintain heating, wiring, ventilation and PV systems
* Carry out inspections, risk assessments and compliance checks
* Coordinate with project managers and retrofit teams on delivery
* Shape engineering processes and support future team growth