Mechanical Shift Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Shift Engineer

Location: Lewisham

Working Hours: 4 on 4 off Days Only - 7am - 7pm

Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled and proactive Multiskilled Electrical Engineer to join our team in a commercial office environment located in Tottenham. The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical bias, with the ability to perform both planned and reactive maintenance tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Responsible for ensuring the maximum reliability and optimal performance of all plant machinery and mechanical systems. This role balances high-level strategic planning with hands‑on technical leadership to minimize unplanned downtime and extend asset lifecycles.

  
  

  The successful candidate will lead preventive and predictive maintenance (PdM) initiatives, utilizing data‑driven techniques such as vibration analysis and thermography to preempt mechanical failures. You will serve as the primary technical authority during equipment breakdowns, performing Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to implement permanent engineering solutions.

  
  

  Beyond technical execution, you will manage asset data within a CMMS environment, oversee critical spare parts inventory, and champion a culture of safety by enforcing rigorous Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and HSE protocols. Your objective is to bridge the gap between operational demands and mechanical integrity, ensuring seamless, continuous production.

  
  
  

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

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• Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing or Mechanical Engineering
  
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance and installations within a commercial setting
  
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering codes and safety standards
  
• Proficiency in using design and calculation software
  
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and attention to detail
  
• Strong organizational and communication skills
  

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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