Multi Skilled Engineer - Resident

Salary equivalent of £50,336 + £5k shift allowance for working nights.

£25.33 per hour (blended rate) PAYE.

Mainly working 4 on 4 off continental shift patterns of days and nights (12hr days). Shift times are 6:30-18:30 & 18:30-6:30.

Temp to perm opportunity for the right candidate.

Role Requirements - Shift Engineer Criteria

Essential Technical Skills & Experience

* Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a technical engineering role within a commercial building, critical environment, data centre, or high end corporate site
* Strong mechanical and electrical maintenance background (multi skilled preferred)
* Confident carrying out PPM and reactive tasks on critical systems under time pressure
* Experience working on shift in 24/7 environments
* Competent with the following systems:

* HVAC (AHUs, FCUs, ventilation systems)
* Electrical distribution, lighting, and power
* Pumps, motors, BMS controls, basic fault finding
* Plumbing and general M&E plant

* Ability to manage and prioritise alarms, callouts, and critical incidents
* Comfortable coordinating with contractors and maintaining safe working procedures

Certifications Required

* Level 2 or 3 qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
* 18th Edition (for electrically biased engineers)
* City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent trade certification
* Right to Work documentation
* CSCS/ECS card

Shift Pattern & Expectations

* Continental shift pattern (details can be provided but usually 12 hour days/nights)
* Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
* Confident in client facing situations, maintaining a high level of professionalism
* Ability to provide clear handovers between shifts

Soft Skills & Behaviours

* Calm under pressure
* Strong problem solving skills
* Good communication with the wider engineering team and site management
* Safety focused mindset with strong compliance awareness

Role Details

* Immediate start preferred
* Temporary (could be full time following a trial period), on-site role
* Uniform and PPE provided if required