Deputy Shift Leader – Engineering
2 days ago
Stratford-upon-Avon
Deputy Shift Leader – Engineering (Electrical / HV / Critical Environment) Full-Time | Permanent Shift-Based Role Competitive Salary + Overtime + Career Development Overview We are seeking a skilled and motivated Deputy Shift Leader – Engineering to support the delivery of maintenance operations within a critical / high-availability environment. This role is ideal for an electrically qualified engineer with experience in building services, facilities management, or data centre environments, looking to step into a leadership position. You will play a key role in ensuring uptime, safety, and operational reliability, while supporting the Shift Leader and site management team. Acting as a High Voltage (HV) Authorised Person, you will be responsible for the safe operation of electrical infrastructure, alongside delivering PPM, reactive maintenance, and emergency response. Key Responsibilities Electrical Operations & Compliance • Deliver Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) in line with schedules and statutory requirements - Ensure electrical systems and plant operate safely, efficiently, and reliably - Act as HV Authorised Person (AP), following Permit to Work (PTW) systems and switching procedures - Maintain accurate maintenance records, QA documentation, and reports - Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and site standards - Respond to reactive maintenance tasks and critical faults Fault Finding & Technical Works • Carry out fault diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repair on electrical distribution and building services systems - Perform minor installations, upgrades, and system modifications - Maintain lighting systems, distribution boards, and associated infrastructure - Support technical surveys, including material specifications and cost estimates Coordination & Leadership Support • Act as a point of contact for client and stakeholder queries - Supervise subcontractors and specialist vendors, ensuring safe delivery of works - Maintain and follow SOPs, RAMS, and switching schedules - Support Shift Leader duties, helping coordinate engineering activities and resources - Contribute to team development, performance, and operational excellence Health, Safety & Compliance (HSE) • Promote a strong safety-first culture and ensure adherence to HSE standards - Use correct PPE and safe working practices at all times - Participate in incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actions - Support internal and external audits - Review and update Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS) Skills & Experience Essential • Electrical Apprenticeship / NVQ / City & Guilds qualification - 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (or 17th Edition), • Strong experience in:, • Electrical maintenance & fault finding - PPM and reactive maintenance - Inspection & testing, • Knowledge of building services systems (electrical & mechanical) - Experience working within facilities management or critical environments - Strong understanding of Health & Safety compliance - Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills Desirable • HV Authorised Person (AP) status or experience with HV systems - Experience in data centres, banking, or mission-critical environments, • Knowledge of:, • BMS (Building Management Systems) - UPS systems & standby generation, • PASMA / IPAF certifications - Experience using CAFM / CMMS systems - Previous supervisory experience or ambition to progress into leadership Working Hours • Shift-based role (days/nights depending on site requirements) - Flexibility required for overtime, shift cover, and emergency call-outs - Fully compliant with Working Time Regulations Why Join Us? • Clear pathway into a Shift Leader / Engineering Supervisor role - Work in a technically advanced, critical environment - Ongoing training, HV progression, and professional development - Join a high-performing, collaborative engineering team - Opportunity to build leadership experience in a mission-critical setting