Mechanical Lead Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Lead Engineer
Location: Lime Street, London
Salary: Up to £53,000 + Benefits

The Role
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Lead Engineer to oversee mechanical maintenance operations at a prestigious commercial site near Lime Street.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for ensuring all mechanical systems are maintained to the highest standard while overseeing a team of 3 engineers delivering both planned and reactive maintenance across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and support a team of 3 engineers on-site
• Oversee daily mechanical maintenance operations across the building
• Carry out and manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive works
• Maintain and fault-find on mechanical systems including HVAC, pumps, motors, AHUs, FCUs, pipework, and associated plant
• Ensure compliance with health & safety procedures and site regulations
• Coordinate subcontractors and specialist service providers on-site
• Monitor plant performance and identify opportunities for improvement
• Complete maintenance reports, logbooks, and documentation accurately
• Act as a key point of contact for the client and site management team

About You

• Strong mechanical engineering background within commercial building maintenance
• Relevant mechanical qualifications (City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent)
• Previous experience leading or supervising engineering teams
• Good knowledge of HVAC and building services systems
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Professional and client-facing approach
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £53,000
• Opportunity to work at a high-profile London site
• Career progression and ongoing training