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Mechanical Shift Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
City of London
4 days ago
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JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.**Location:London BridgeCore hours:Continental shift pattern on rotation 4 On 4 OffDay shift: 07:00am – 19:00pmNight shift: 19:00pm – 07:00am Shard Place is a 27-storey residential development located alongside The Shard and The News Building, marks the third phase of the 2.5 million square foot regeneration of Shard Quarter. On completion in 2023, Shard Place will comprise 176 apartments and a private roof garden on the 16th floor. Inspired by the unique features in The Shard’s office space, naturally ventilated winter gardens will be included in many of the apartments. The development of Shard Place will provide an additional 13,000 square foot of public realm and 10,000 square foot of retail space.****Role Purpose:Provision of all-round engineering support, maintaining the building infrastructure. Have a detailed understanding of all new or current Building Services systems and contingency procedures within the buildings and complying with the Health & Safety/building codes of practice.It is the Engineers role to support the Contract Delivery Manager by being an integral member of the team delivering engineering excellence across the full spectrum of services.The hours of work are days only 08:00 – 17:00 “this could change based on the requirements of the property” there will also be a need to be on a ON-CALL rota for out of hours attendance in the event of emergency.To assist in turnaround of apartments under offer and recently vacated by understanding and working in line with defined Shard Place SOP’s. This includes building relationships with the Shard Place residency team, carrying out inspections, updating reports and completing required works within a tight timeframe so that apartments are always at the highest standard for a new resident.Main Duties & Responsibilities:• Operate all systems within the buildings in a competent, effective, and efficient manner.• Act as the Duty Authorised Person (LV) if required.• Issue relevant site Permits as part of the Safe System of Work• Completion of PPM and reactive tasks and update the system.• Ensure that daily tours are completed and repair or report any defects found via the Landlord helpdesk.• Identification of materials required to be ordered in a timely manner and completion of the internal Materials Request Form• Comply with both statutory and company health, safety and environmental regulations and policies.• Timely implementation and recording of statutory inspections including accurate recording of fire, access equipment and water hygiene records within their specified folders.• Ensure that Specialist Service Provider worksheets are signed off, the quality of work is inspected, and recommendations are escalated to the Technical Manager• The team will ensure that Plant areas, workshops, stores, changing/rest areas etc. are kept to the highest level of housekeeping.The Engineer will be expected to operate, and trouble shoot all building systems but not be limited to the following:• Building Management Systems and electrical monitoring• Blind Control system• Air handling, air conditioning and terminal units - VAV and CRAC• Window Vent Systems• AV Controls Systems• Cooling tower plant• Domestic water services• Fire prevention and detection systemso Sprinklers and wet riserso Fire alarm and voice alarmo VESDAo Fire suppression• Variable speed drives• Generators, load banks and controls• AC, DC single phase and three phase motors• UPS systems, batteries, static switches, and associated controls• Emergency lighting• High and Low voltage switch panels and associated breakersSkills:• Approved apprenticeship or appropriate experience within Building Services• Excellent communication skills and the ability to deal with staff and Customers at all levels• Formal qualification in electrical engineering• Experience as an end user of a Building Management Systems• Intermediate computer literacy using Windows Office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook)• Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills, with experience of report writingQualifications:• 18th Edition IEE: Wiring & Installation• Previously LV/HV Authorised Person• C&G 2360 Parts 1 and 2 or equivalent• C&G 2391 - Desirable• Be conversant with current Health and Safety legislation with relevance to safe working practices. Sound level of administration/organisational skillsPersonal Attributes:• Reliable and conscientious• Pro-active in achieving the highest standard of operation – must be enthusiastic to deliver a good service to the Customer• Ability to lead, motivate and direct a small team of technicians/operatives• Well-presented and approachable manner• Confidence and commitment to providing a high quality, professional service• Ability to develop a good understanding of the customers’ business requirements• Good written and verbal communication skills• Ability to prioritise work tasks• Adaptable and flexible in approach to work required• Effective problem-solving skills• Ability to remain calm under pressure• Reliable• Detail consciousLocation:**On-site –London, GBRIf this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! If you require any changes to the application process, please email or call +44 (0)20 7493 4933 to contact one of our team members to discuss how to best support you throughout the process. Please note, the contact details provided are to discuss or request for adjustments to be made to the hiring process. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our page > I want to work for JLL.JLL Privacy NoticeJones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our .For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy .At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world.For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500 company with operations in over 80 countries
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