Haystack
← Back to Jobs
Full time
Engineering

Mechanical Shift Engineer

JLLDocklands, East London🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 17 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Mechanical Shift Engineer role at JLL offers significant career growth by allowing you to develop diverse technical skills while supporting a leading global financial institution. You'll thrive here if you're a proactive, multi-skilled engineer eager to contribute to operational excellence and gain exposure to complex building systems within a supportive team environment. Embrace this exciting chance to make a real impact and advance your career.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Join JLL's dynamic team serving one of the world's largest banking and financial services organisations with a network spanning more than 50 countries and territories. We're seeking talented professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are eager to drive meaningful change. This is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside industry experts that help shape the future of workplace strategy for a globally recognised institution. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top or an exciting new direction, we offer opportunities, support and rewards that will help you stand out, fulfil your potential, and ultimately make your mark on something truly exciting.

Shift Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled, multi-disciplinary Shift Engineer with expertise in a variety of trades, including Mechanical, HVAC, electrical, plumbing and general building maintenance. This position requires a flexible, proactive individual who will be part of a team responsible for the maintenance and repair of the site.

The ideal candidate should have strong problem-solving abilities, good communication skills, and a keen eye for detail. A company van will be provided to support travel between locations.

Working Hours: 12 Hour Shift Continental Shift Pattern

Operationally

  • Comply with all requirements of the Client contract and meet or exceed Key Performance Indicators

  • Operate all systems within the buildings in a competent, effective, and efficient manner (including HV operations where required).

  • Ensure regular plant inspections, works inspections and audits are carried out to drive operational excellence across the site.

  • Monitor and operate building automation systems (BAS) including HVAC, lighting, security, fire alarm, and energy management systems

  • Respond to system alerts and alarms, diagnosing and resolving issues or escalating as needed

  • Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on smart building technologies and equipment

  • Troubleshoot IoT devices, sensors, controllers, and network connectivity issues

  • Execute programming changes to building systems as directed by engineering team

  • Monitor energy usage patterns and implement efficiency measures according to established protocols

  • Document all maintenance activities, system adjustments, and technical issues in digital management systems

  • Coordinate with vendors and contractors for specialized maintenance and repairs

  • Respond to occupant comfort requests and technical support needs during shift

  • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of building systems integration and dependencies

Desired or preferred experience and technical skills:

  • HV/LV authorised person AP15 - Refresher training can be provided

  • Current Edition IEE: Wiring and Installation Regulations or equivalent Mechanical engineering qualification

  • HNC & HND in an engineering discipline

  • Confined Authorised person - Refresher training can be provided

  • Mechanical Pressure authorised person - Refresher training can be provided

  • Experience with building automation systems and integrated smart building technologies

  • Basic programming and configuration skills for smart building systems

  • Strong troubleshooting abilities and analytical thinking

  • Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)

Required Skills and Experience:

  • City & Guilds Level 3 NQV in electrical/mechanical discipline

  • Has worked within a Critical Engineering Facility

  • Strong PC literacy and able to manage daily activities using various systems, such as BMS, and other computerized control/monitoring system


Skills

HVAC
IoT

Similar jobs