Deputy Shift Leader – Engineering
Deputy Shift Leader – Engineering
Facilities
-West London, South East
-£54,000 - £54,000 per annum
Consultant name: Mohammed Siddique
Call for more information on this position: 0203 974 4381
Job reference: JO-2307-258147
Date posted: 06/03/2026
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Role Overview
The Deputy Shift Leader – Engineering plays a pivotal role in delivering high-quality Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, and emergency response services in line with contractual and operational requirements.
With a primary focus on electrical systems, the role includes acting as a High Voltage (HV) Authorised Person (AP) where required, ensuring the safe, compliant, and reliable operation of the site’s electrical infrastructure.
This position combines strong technical expertise with developing leadership capability. You will support the Shift Leader and site management in maintaining operational continuity, strengthening client relationships, and upholding the organisation’s professional standards and reputation.
Key Responsibilities
1. Compliance & Technical Operations
Deliver PPM activities in accordance with maintenance schedules, statutory requirements, and industry best practice
Maintain high engineering standards to maximise plant reliability, asset lifespan, and system performance
Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and site-specific policies
Accurately complete maintenance documentation, reports, and QA records
Respond promptly to reactive electrical tasks and service desk requests
Act as HV Authorised Person when required, following Permit to Work procedures and approved switching schedules
2. Fault Diagnosis & Minor Works
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and rectify faults across electrical distribution systems and associated building services infrastructure
Undertake minor installations, system modifications, and upgrades as required
Maintain and repair lighting systems, distribution boards, and associated components
Support technical surveys and provide material specifications and cost estimates for minor works
3. Coordination & Operational Support
Act as a key point of contact for client maintenance queries, escalating complex issues where appropriate
Supervise subcontractors and specialist vendors, ensuring adherence to Safe Systems of Work and high-quality service delivery
Review, implement, and maintain SOPs, RAMS, and electrical switching schedules
Support coordination of engineering resources across nearby sites to maintain operational resilience
Provide leadership support to colleagues, promoting teamwork, accountability, and performance excellence
4. Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance
Maintain strict adherence to company and site HSE standards
Ensure correct use of PPE and compliance at all times
Participate in incident reporting, investigations, and implementation of corrective actions
Support internal and external HSE audits and compliance reviews
Review and update Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) as required
Actively promote a zero-incident culture and support management-led HSE initiatives
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
Completed Electrical Apprenticeship (or equivalent) within building maintenance or facilities management
City & Guilds 2360 Parts 1 & 2 (Electrical Installation) or equivalent
17th or 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations certification
Strong working knowledge of electrical and mechanical building services systems
Proven experience in PPM delivery, fault diagnosis, reactive maintenance, and inspection/testing
Sound understanding of Health & Safety legislation and industry best practice
Strong organisational, communication, and team collaboration skills
Desirable
City & Guilds 2360 Part 3 (or equivalent)
HV Authorised Person status or experience operating under Permit to Work systems
Experience within critical environments (e.g., multi-site portfolios, banking, data centres)
Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS)
Working knowledge of UPS systems, emergency power infrastructure, and standby generation
PASMA and/or IPAF certification
Strong IT literacy, including MS Office and CAFM/PPM platforms
Previous supervisory experience or clear ambition to progress into leadership roles
Working Hours
Based on a defined shift pattern aligned to site operational requirements
Flexibility required for shift cover, emergency call-outs, and overtime where necessary
All working hours and overtime arrangements comply with the Working Time Directive
This role is ideally suited to a technically strong Electrical Engineer seeking to step into a developing leadership position within a professional, safety-led, and performance-driven engineering environment.
Mohammed Siddique