Lead Engineer, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Job Description

Lead Engineer – Piccadilly, London – FM Service Provider – £53,000 per annum

CBW is recruiting for a Lead Engineer to be based within a high-profile commercial property in Piccadilly, Central London. The building has recently undergone significant investment, creating a modern, premium workspace focused on efficiency, quality, and exceptional occupant experience.

As Lead Engineer, you will oversee a team of four engineers delivering first-class maintenance and engineering services across this flagship site. Working Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm, you’ll take ownership of day-to-day service delivery, ensure smooth building operations, and maintain strong professional relationships with occupiers.

• Manage agreed KPIs and SLAs alongside the Supervisor
• Arrange and oversee specialist subcontractors
• Manage reports and site logbooks in partnership with the Contract Manager and Supervisor
• Ensure all documentation is current and audit-ready
• Attend client meetings as required
• Lighting: small installations, fault-finding, lamp replacements, etc.
• Carry out emergency lighting and fire alarm testing
• Air conditioning maintenance: AHUs / FCUs (filter changes, cleaning, basic checks)
• Monitor and adjust BMS as required (e.g., hot / cold calls)
• Maintain all statutory compliance requirements

• Monday to Friday – 40 hours per week
• 08:00 to 17:00
• Overtime available

• Electrical qualification (NVQ / City & Guilds Level 2 / 3 or equivalent)
• Mechanical qualification (NVQ / City & Guilds Level 2 / 3 or equivalent)
• Multi-skilled with a strong commercial building maintenance background
• Client-facing, professional and presentable
• Hard-working, honest and reliable

Please send your CV to Katie at CBW Staffing Solutions for more information.