Lead Electrical Engineer

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Lead Electrical Engineer

Commercial Building | Charing Cross, Central London

Salary: £50,000 + Benefits

Monday - Friday | 08:00 - 17:00

Alice Rose Recruitment is working with a well-established M&E services provider to recruit a Lead Electrical Engineer for a flagship commercial site in Charing Cross.

This is a key leadership role, ideal for a senior electrical engineer looking to step up or an experienced lead engineer seeking a stable, long-term position within a professional and well-supported environment.

You will take ownership of the site's electrical and building services maintenance, leading a small on-site team and managing specialist contractors to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations.

Lead Electrical Engineer Key Responsibilities:

* Lead the delivery of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across all building services

* Supervise and support the on-site engineer (3 days per week) and coordinate specialist subcontractors

* Ensure full compliance with statutory regulations, health & safety standards, and company procedures

* Monitor and manage service level agreements (SLAs) to maintain high service delivery standards

* Oversee maintenance programmes in line with SFG20 standards

* Maintain accurate logbooks, records, and compliance documentation

* Act as the primary point of contact for technical issues and site operations

Lead Electrical Engineer Requirements:

* City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical Installation (or equivalent)

* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

* Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role within commercial building services

* Strong understanding of M&E systems and compliance requirements

* Proven ability to lead engineers and manage contractors

* Right to work in the UK

Package & Benefits

* Salary: £50,000 per annum

* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

* Regular overtime opportunities

* Company pension scheme

* Clear career progression into senior management

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