Shift Leader

Shift Leader – Electrical (Days & Nights) Location: Farringdon, London Salary: £58,000 Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off – Days & Nights Sector: Building Services Alice Rose is recruiting for an experienced Electrical Shift Leader to join the maintenance team on one of London’s most prestigious landmark sites, just a short walk from Farringdon Station. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a leading property services provider with a long-standing reputation for excellence in the Building Services sector. The successful candidate will come from a strong electrical background, ideally apprentice trained or fully qualified through City & Guilds or NVQ. You’ll have proven experience in commercial maintenance, leading a team of engineers, and overseeing PPM and reactive tasks across a range of building services systems. Experience using Niagara 4 and Niagara 5 within BMS platforms and holding an HV or LV Authorised Person ticket will be highly advantageous. Shift Leader Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage the shift team, ensuring all maintenance is delivered to a high standard * Oversee and complete planned preventive and reactive maintenance across electrical and mechanical systems * Ensure plant faults and defects are promptly resolved to maintain continuous operation * Maintain detailed records for Health & Safety, building compliance, and quality assurance * Manage subcontractor performance and ensure safe working practices are always followed * Support and develop engineers through training, mentoring, and annual appraisals * Build and maintain positive client relationships through professional communication and service delivery * Ensure compliance with PTW (Permit to Work) and RAMS documentation Shift Leader Requirements * City & Guilds Level 2 & 3 or NVQ equivalent in Electrical Installation / Building Services * HV and/or LV Authorised Person certification * Strong background in commercial maintenance environments (e.g. corporate offices, banks, data centres, or mixed-use estates) * Proven leadership and team management experience * Good working knowledge of UPS systems, generators, power distribution, HVAC, and BMS (Niagara 4/5) * Excellent communication skills and ability to work under pressure Shift Leader Benefits * £58,000 basic salary * 4 on / 4 off shift pattern (days & nights) * 25 days annual leave bank holidays * Ongoing training and professional development opportunities * Workplace pension

Location: Islington,London, GB

Posted Date: 11/4/2025