Electrical Shift Leader

Electrical Shift Leader

London - Covent Garden

59,692

Shifts - 2 days, 2 nights then 4 off

Brief

Electrical Shift Leader needed for a well-known facilities management organisation based in London who are looking to employ an experienced and well-rounded Electrical Shift Leader that takes pride in their work, the successful candidate must be an LV/HV Authorised a Person with 7+ years' experience in building services and engineering operations.

The successful candidate must also hold their 18th Edition, Level 3 City and Guilds tickets and if you have your 2391 ticket that will be seen as a bonus!

Benefits

• Salary: 55,000 - 59,692 per annum
• 23 day's holiday
• Variable annual bonus based 5-15%
• Pension Plan
• Career Progression

What the role entails:

Some of the main duties of the Electrical Shift Leader will include:

• Supervise & Coordinate: Lead and manage a team of site technicians, allocating tasks and providing technical support in the completion of PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) and reactive works.
• HV/LV Operations: Act as the Authorised Person for LV/HV operations, including switching activities, isolations, and emergency interventions. Prepare and oversee the completion of Safety Switching Programmes and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs)/Method Operating Procedures (MOPs).
• Operational Control: Monitor and operate critical systems (HV, UPS, generators, air conditioning, lighting, etc.) efficiently and in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Permit to Work (PTW) System: Ensure all work permits, risk assessments, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are in place for specialist service providers and other maintenance activities.
• Incident Management & Reporting: Report incidents in line with escalation procedures, maintaining detailed records of activities, timekeeping, and compliance with SLAs.
• Quality Control: Inspect and sign off on contractor work to ensure service levels and quality are met, escalating issues as necessary.
• Shift Handover: Maintain effective shift handovers, ensuring clear communication on plant status, ongoing tasks, and operational issues.
• Leadership & Staff Development: Motivate and direct the team to achieve high standards of service delivery while ensuring ongoing training and development in line with operational needs.

What experience you need to be the successful Electrical Shift Leader:

Essential Requirements:

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in building services and engineering operations.
• LV/HV Authorised Person experience (with valid certification highly desirable).
• City & Guilds (C&G) Electrical Level 3 or equivalent qualification.
• 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations certification.
• Proven experience in the operation and maintenance of critical systems including UPS, generators, air conditioning, and high-voltage equipment.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team of engineers and technicians, ensuring productivity and safety.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of staff and contractors.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations, building codes, and risk management protocols.
• Proactive and solution-focused approach to managing operational risks and ensuring continuous service delivery.

Desirable Qualifications:

• C&G Mechanical Level 3 or equivalent (desirable).
• C&G 2391 Test & Inspection or equivalent (desirable).
• Knowledge of additional systems such as water treatment, refrigeration, and fire suppression.
• Experience with creating and reviewing safety switching programs and emergency operating procedures.

This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Electrical Shift Leader to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out!

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