Shift Leader

Shift Leader -  FM Service Provider  - Victoria, London – Up to £55,000 + £3,150 Shift Allowance

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CBW is working with a leading Facilities Management provider seeking an experienced M&E Shift Leader to join a prestigious, high-profile commercial property portfolio in the heart of Victoria, London. This is an excellent opportunity for an electrically qualified engineer with a strong background in commercial building maintenance to lead the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance across a large, multi-building estate.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the site's mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring all works are carried out safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

Working as part of a small shift team, you will provide technical support, coordinate maintenance activities and ensure the smooth running of critical building services.

You will also work closely with clients, specialist subcontractors and internal management teams, maintaining excellent standards of communication, compliance and customer service across the portfolio.

Working Hours

Days & Nights – Continental Shift Pattern
07:00 – 19:00 / 19:00 – 07:00

Key duties & Responsibilities

• Monitor mechanical and electrical systems through the Building Management System (BMS), identifying faults and operational issues.
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities across the portfolio.
• Monitor building performance and identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency.
• Respond to technical faults, system failures and emergencies, escalating issues when required.
• Ensure all maintenance documentation, compliance records and operational reports are completed accurately.
• Manage incidents, ensuring all relevant documentation and reports are completed.
• Maintain accurate shift logs and ensure detailed handover reports are completed at the end of each shift.
• Ensure all maintenance activities and asset issues are recorded in line with contractual KPIs and SLAs.
• Develop a strong understanding of the building's M&E infrastructure, plant and critical systems.
• Participate in emergency drills, technical training and ongoing site assessments.
• Liaise with specialist subcontractors, ensuring works are completed safely and efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company procedures

• Must be electrically qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• City & Guilds 2357 and AM2 or equivalent recognised electrical qualifications.
• City & Guilds 2382 – 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Strong knowledge of electrical plant and building services within commercial environments.
• Previous experience working within a commercial building or high-profile property portfolio.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a shift team and respond to technical issues independently.