Lead Mechanical Engineer

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Location: Peckham, London
Salary: Up to £48,000 + Overtime Available
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

Lead Mechanical Engineer – Peckham – Up to £48,000

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking for your next leadership opportunity?

We are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join a successful and growing engineering team in Peckham. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a supervisory position, leading a team of 3–4 engineers while remaining hands-on and technically involved.

Working on a prestigious site, you will be responsible for overseeing daily engineering operations, ensuring high standards of maintenance, compliance, and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support a team of 3–4 engineers on-site
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance
• Ensure all mechanical systems are operating efficiently and safely
• Allocate and supervise workloads across the engineering team
• Provide technical guidance and support to engineers
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and site procedures
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and site management teams

Requirements:

• Qualified Mechanical Engineer (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3, Apprenticeship or equivalent)
• Previous experience in a supervisory, lead or senior engineering role
• Strong mechanical maintenance background within commercial building services
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and leadership abilities

Package & Benefits:

• Salary up to £48,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Overtime available
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Competitive pension scheme
• Company benefits package
• Ongoing training and development
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Stable and supportive working environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Mechanical Engineer looking to develop their leadership career with a company that invests in its people and offers long-term progression.

Apply today to find out more.