Mechanical Shift Leader – £51,500 – Liverpool Street

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Shift Leader to join a high‑profile site based near Liverpool Street. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established building services provider, working on a critical and fast‑paced site.

As a Mechanical Shift Leader, you will be responsible for leading a team of engineers while ensuring all mechanical systems and plant are maintained to the highest standards. You will play a key role in delivering both planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring compliance, safety, and operational efficiency across the site.

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• Lead and oversee the delivery of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive mechanical maintenance across all site assets.
  
• Ensure all mechanical plant and equipment remain safe, compliant, and fully operational at all times.
  
• Take ownership of plant faults and defects, ensuring swift diagnosis and resolution to minimise downtime.
  
• Maintain accurate records relating to Health & Safety, statutory compliance, and quality assurance.
  
• Supervise subcontractors, ensuring all work meets contractual requirements and is carried out safely under approved systems of work.
  
• Ensure availability of mechanical spares and critical parts to support maintenance activities.
  
• Complete and review all maintenance documentation, including job sheets and system updates.
  
• Prepare and implement Method Statements and Risk Assessments (RAMS) for all maintenance tasks.
  
• Lead, manage, and coordinate the shift engineering team, ensuring effective performance and task allocation.
  
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact on shift.
  
• Conduct annual appraisals and support the development of shift engineers through structured training plans.
  
• Ensure all assigned tasks are completed efficiently, making best use of available resources.
  

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• Proven experience in a Mechanical Shift Leader or Supervisory role within building services or a critical environment.
  
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems including HVAC, pumps, motors, and associated plant.
  
• Experience managing teams and subcontractors.
  
• Good understanding of Health & Safety regulations and compliance requirements.
  
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
  
• Relevant mechanical qualifications (City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent).
  

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• Salary: £51,500 per annum
  
• Opportunity to work on a prestigious, high‑profile site
  
• Career progression within a leading facilities management provider
  
• Ongoing training and development
  

Alfie Woonton