Shift Leader
CBW Staffing ·www.cbwstaffingsolutions.com
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Shift Leader - Central London - FM Service Provider - £61,000 per annum
Join one of Central London's most impressive commercial environments and take the next step in your engineering career.
CBW Staffing Solutions are partnering with a leading Facilities Management provider to recruit a Shift Leader for a landmark commercial property in Central London. Working within a modern, high-specification building, you will lead a skilled engineering team and ensure the smooth operation of critical building services. The client is keen to speak with both experienced Shift Leaders and ambitious Engineers who are looking to step into their first leadership role and further develop their career within a critical facilities environment.
Hours
4 on 4 off - Days & Nights (07:00 – 19:00 / 19:00 – 07:00)
The Role
As Shift Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing the engineering team during your shift, ensuring all planned and reactive maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with contractual requirements. You'll act as the first point of escalation for technical issues, support the ongoing operation of critical plant and equipment, and help drive engineering excellence across the site.
Key Responsibilities
Join one of Central London's most impressive commercial environments and take the next step in your engineering career.
CBW Staffing Solutions are partnering with a leading Facilities Management provider to recruit a Shift Leader for a landmark commercial property in Central London. Working within a modern, high-specification building, you will lead a skilled engineering team and ensure the smooth operation of critical building services. The client is keen to speak with both experienced Shift Leaders and ambitious Engineers who are looking to step into their first leadership role and further develop their career within a critical facilities environment.
Hours
4 on 4 off - Days & Nights (07:00 – 19:00 / 19:00 – 07:00)
The Role
As Shift Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing the engineering team during your shift, ensuring all planned and reactive maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with contractual requirements. You'll act as the first point of escalation for technical issues, support the ongoing operation of critical plant and equipment, and help drive engineering excellence across the site.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support a team of engineers across the shift pattern
- Ensure all planned preventative maintenance and reactive works are completed to a high standard
- Carry out hands-on electrical and mechanical maintenance when required
- Diagnose and rectify faults across critical building systems
- Monitor and manage maintenance activities through the CAFM system
- Review and implement RAMS and safe systems of work
- Ensure compliance with all health & safety and statutory requirements
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and technical reports
- Manage critical spare parts and site stock levels
- Support contractor management and oversee specialist service providers
- Build strong working relationships with clients and site stakeholders
- Drive continuous improvement and maintain high engineering standards
- Fully qualified Electrical or Mechanical Engineer (NVQ, City & Guilds Level 3, or equivalent)
- Previous experience within critical environments, commercial offices, banking facilities, data centres, or high-profile buildings
- Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical building services
- Experience working with UPS systems, generators, switchgear, power distribution, HVAC plant, and associated infrastructure
- Previous leadership experience or the desire to progress into a supervisory position
- Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and organisational abilities
- Client-facing with a professional and proactive approach
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Who is hiring for the Shift Leader role?
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Where is the Shift Leader job located?
The Shift Leader role with CBW Staffing is based in Central London, GB.
What does the Shift Leader role pay?
CBW Staffing lists the Shift Leader role at up to GBP 61,000 per year.
Is the Shift Leader role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at CBW Staffing.
What experience level is the Shift Leader role?
The Shift Leader position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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