Shift Engineer

09th October, 2026

Electrical Shift Engineer
Canary Wharf
56,000 - 60,000
We are recruiting for an experienced Electrical Shift Engineer to join a facilities management team at a large commercial building in Canary Wharf.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified electrician to work within a high-profile commercial environment, taking responsibility for the maintenance and operation of the building's landlord areas. The role covers a broad range of electrical and general building services maintenance, ensuring the site remains safe, compliant and fully operational.
Working on a continental shift pattern covering both days and nights, you will be part of an established engineering team responsible for delivering planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs and technical support across the building.
Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive electrical maintenance across landlord areas.
• Diagnose faults and complete electrical repairs to minimise equipment downtime.
• Maintain electrical distribution systems, lighting, emergency lighting and associated building services.
• Support the maintenance of plant rooms, risers, landlord supplies and communal areas.
• Respond to building faults and emergencies, ensuring issues are resolved safely and efficiently.
• Complete routine inspections, testing and fault-finding activities.
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with health and safety procedures and relevant electrical regulations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and update the site's CAFM system.
• Work collaboratively with other shift engineers and specialist contractors.

About You:

• Electrically qualified, ideally holding an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Previous experience working as an Electrical Maintenance Engineer or Electrical Shift Engineer within commercial building services.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Good knowledge of electrical systems and planned preventative maintenance.
• Experience working within a large commercial building or critical environment would be advantageous.
• A proactive approach to maintenance, safety and problem-solving.
• Comfortable working a continental shift pattern covering days and nights.

The Package:

• Salary of 56,000 - 60,000.
• Continental shift pattern covering days and nights.
• 20 Days Holiday
• Plenty of overtime available
• Opportunity to work within a large, prestigious commercial building in Canary Wharf.
• Established engineering team and varied technical responsibilities.
• Long-term opportunity within a professional facilities management environment.

If you are an electrically biased maintenance engineer looking for your next opportunity in Canary Wharf, we would be keen to hear from you.