Lead Mechanical Engineer

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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

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